Indulge In The Finest French Bakeries
02/02/2024
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We’ll never get enough of exploring New York City, just as we will never get enough of eating a good pastry. If you are always on the hunt for a delicious, sweet treat, you’re in luck because New York is a Pastry Lover’s dream. While all kind of sweets can be found and all taste and wishes would satisfy, French bakeries are always a safe bet. There is something unexplainable about fresh baked goods, whether it is a warm croissant straight from the oven to accompany your morning coffee, a classic mille-feuille to treat yourself during the day, or even to gift your loved ones. If you are now craving the taste of Paris, we will guide you through the best and finest French bakeries of the city.
Let’s start with Dominik Ansel, French Pastry chef and inventor of the unique Cronuts. His bakery located in SoHo is a must try if you’re an adventurous pastry enthusiast and would like to try the French finesse with a twist of craziness. The Cronut is, indeed, the perfect combination of an American donut and a French croissant. This one-of-a-kind invention has gone viral and is now world famous. Enjoy endless options and flavors that change every day.
If you are more of a traditional pastry amateur, we highly recommend Le Fournil in East Village. Their pain au chocolat (or chocolatine) is flakey and buttery as can be. Our personal favorite is their fresh home-made madeleine.
To pursue the classic French category, Mille-Feuille , which has three different locations is also a go-to, and true to its name, you’ll find the famous and delicious Mille-feuille, one of the masterpieces of the French bakery scenery.
For all the croissant lovers, L’Apartment 4F might be the place to be. There, you’ll be able to enjoy amazing croissants from plain, to pistachio to raspberry. And, last but not least, they offer special croissant cereals that are rolled by hand. A luxury treat that is worth trying! (Secret tip: their tahini chocolate chip cookie is one of the best we’ve tried)
Balthazar is an institution in terms of French cuisine in the city, but if you have a sweet tooth, they also have a bakery. You will often see a line in front of their store, but it is worth the wait whether you try their baguette or enjoy a sweet treat.
Your French pastry culture is not complete if you’ve never tried the Merveilleux, this fabulous dessert made of a crunchy meringue and filled with a layer of whipped cream is a cloud of sweetness. You will find the best ones at Aux Merveilleux de Fred , famous bakery first opened in France and now offering this signature pastry in Chelsea and Midtown.
A lot more options to savor the sweet flavors of France waits for you in the city like Bien Cuit for delectable bread or Lafayette for a fancy viennoiserie. Now you have no excuse anymore to not treat yourself and indulge in the French “savoir-faire”!
Let’s start with Dominik Ansel, French Pastry chef and inventor of the unique Cronuts. His bakery located in SoHo is a must try if you’re an adventurous pastry enthusiast and would like to try the French finesse with a twist of craziness. The Cronut is, indeed, the perfect combination of an American donut and a French croissant. This one-of-a-kind invention has gone viral and is now world famous. Enjoy endless options and flavors that change every day.
If you are more of a traditional pastry amateur, we highly recommend Le Fournil in East Village. Their pain au chocolat (or chocolatine) is flakey and buttery as can be. Our personal favorite is their fresh home-made madeleine.
To pursue the classic French category, Mille-Feuille , which has three different locations is also a go-to, and true to its name, you’ll find the famous and delicious Mille-feuille, one of the masterpieces of the French bakery scenery.
For all the croissant lovers, L’Apartment 4F might be the place to be. There, you’ll be able to enjoy amazing croissants from plain, to pistachio to raspberry. And, last but not least, they offer special croissant cereals that are rolled by hand. A luxury treat that is worth trying! (Secret tip: their tahini chocolate chip cookie is one of the best we’ve tried)
Balthazar is an institution in terms of French cuisine in the city, but if you have a sweet tooth, they also have a bakery. You will often see a line in front of their store, but it is worth the wait whether you try their baguette or enjoy a sweet treat.
Your French pastry culture is not complete if you’ve never tried the Merveilleux, this fabulous dessert made of a crunchy meringue and filled with a layer of whipped cream is a cloud of sweetness. You will find the best ones at Aux Merveilleux de Fred , famous bakery first opened in France and now offering this signature pastry in Chelsea and Midtown.
A lot more options to savor the sweet flavors of France waits for you in the city like Bien Cuit for delectable bread or Lafayette for a fancy viennoiserie. Now you have no excuse anymore to not treat yourself and indulge in the French “savoir-faire”!