At last, a crisp chill has permeated the air, trees have begun to shed their leaves, and Portland cafes and bakeries have begun to serve pumpkin and maple everything. Pull on a cable-knit sweater and indulge your secret Christian Girl Autumn side with seasonal delicacies like pumpkin whoopie pies, caramel apple paletas, and apple cider cake doughnuts. For more ideas, check out our guide to harvest season and our food and drink guide.

Baker & Spice
Whoopie pies are scarce on the West Coast, but Baker & Spice is offering a pumpkin version of the old-timey Maine specialty for fall, featuring cinnamon and rum-infused mascarpone whipped cream sandwiched between soft pumpkin cookies.
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