Nanaimo bakery honours local Olympic champion with tasty treat

Aug 14 2024, 4:52 pm

In a sweet tribute to Nanaimo’s golden boy Ethan Katzberg, Red’s Bakery has introduced a new cheesecake that’s sure to become a local favourite: The Ethan — a Golden Oreo Medal Cheesecake.

The idea for this delicious creation came to life after Katzberg, a 22-year-old hammer thrower, stunned the world by nearly breaking the Olympic record with a jaw-dropping throw of 84.12 meters.

His performance in the finals, where he was the only competitor to surpass the 80-meter mark, was just 0.68 meters shy of the longstanding Olympic record set by Sergey Litvinov in 1988.

Red’s Bakery, a beloved fixture on Commercial Street, is known for its award-winning Nanaimo bars and community spirit. With its new cheesecake, they’re adding another must-try item to their menu.

 

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The Ethan cheesecake is crafted with Golden Oreo crust, creamy layers of rich cheesecake, and a gold-dusted finish — perfectly capturing the spirit of a champion.

Red’s Bakery, with its warm hospitality and dedication to quality, has long been a favourite among locals. Their Nanaimo bars, a true Canadian classic, have won multiple awards, and their pay-it-forward program has made a difference for many in need.

If you’re in Nanaimo, don’t miss out on this golden opportunity!

Red’s Bakery

Where: 101 Commercial Street, Nanaimo

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Ryan is the Staff Writer for Daily Hive Victoria. He is an award-nominated journalist with bylines in publications such as VICE World News, Capital Daily, and the Globe and Mail, with appearances on Real Talk with Ryan Jespersen and The Big Story. This past summer, he hosted and produced his own television show for OPTIK TV. Catch him at the centre of all things fun and food in Victoria and around Vancouver Island.


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