Red Dessert Dive, a local favorite dessert destination in Houston, recently brought sweet delight to its patrons by opening a second location near the Heights. This second outlet located in Oak Forest is a testament to the growing popularity of this dessert haven, which has gained recognition for its exceptional homemade desserts, craft beers, and unique pairings of desserts with top-shelf wine and coffee.
Jessica Lusk, the owner, and founder of Red Dessert Dive finds inspiration from her love of desserts and family tradition. She pays tribute to her grandmother, fondly known as “Mamaw” Stella, who was a redhead and whose unforgettable dessert creations sparked the concept of this bakery. Lusk continually treats her customers to desserts packed with the spirit of familial heritage.
In order to better cater to the increasing demand, the decision to open a second location came as a necessity. Restrictions due to limited kitchen space in the first location at 1045 Studewood resulted in numerous orders being turned down. Jessica Lusk explains this as a frustrated business owner, that it was painful to miss out on many opportunities due to lack of space. However, with the newly spacious outlet at 2214 W. 34th Street, they now have room to grow, accept more orders and expand their offerings without compromising the quality of their desserts. Jessica sees this milestone of owning not just one but two bakeries as an amazing achievement, attributing it to her hard-working team.
The secret behind the success of Red Dessert Dive’s success lies not only in the family connection but more importantly in its unwavering dedication to quality. Fresh, daily-made, and high-quality desserts are the non-negotiable motto of this bakery. This commitment mirrors their mission of ensuring their desserts are baked from scratch daily to deliver high quality products.
Red Dessert Dive presents a large variety of mouth-watering sweet treats ranging from decadent cookies and brownies to modern wedding cakes. A culinary experience at Red Dessert Dive is incomplete without pairing your chosen dessert with a premium cup of coffee, craft beer, or a glass of high-quality wine. The bakery also offers catering services and has earned a loyal following in the corporate events space, baby showers, weddings with its knack for creating beautiful and elegant cakes. These include their famous Salted Valrhona Chocolate Chunk Cookies that serve as perfect wedding favors.
With the expansion to Oak Forest, Red Dessert Dive signifies growth and the continuity of cherished family traditions. By creating recipes inspired by her grandmother’s legacy and maintaining a consistent focus on high standards and fresh ingredients, Lusk has created a dessert shop that extends beyond just a place to satiate your sweet cravings. It has evolved into a celebration of family, tradition, and passion—a recipe that has created a strong resonance within the diverse Houston community.
Red Dessert Dive now welcomes everyone to indulge in its new location in addition to its original Heights outlet. With its growing fan base of more than 18,000 followers on Instagram, the bakery continues to make a dent in the Houston dessert scene. This local favorite extends its invitation for dessert lovers to experience desserts crafted with love and passion. You can visit them in person at 1045 Studewood in the Heights or 2214 W. 34th in Oak Forest.
