"It is with great regret that we inform you Palo Alto Baking Company will be closing indefinitely come the new year," the note reads.

Palo Alto Baking Co. will close on Dec. 31. Photo by Elena Kadvany.
The bakery has operated for 12 years on California Avenue, selling pastries, desserts, bread, sandwiches and soups.
Though the brick-and-mortar space is closing Monday, Dec. 31, Palo Alto Baking Co. will continue to sell wholesale baked goods, wedding cakes and specialty cakes. Customers can place orders by calling 650-321-3234 or emailing [email protected]
Ownership did not immediately return an interview request. This story will be updated if more information becomes available.