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Nadège Patisserie
The first time I went to Nadège, I had never actually heard of this place. I was intrigued by the white, pristine-looking pastry shop which occupies a spot on my shopping strip (aka Queen West)....
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Crêpes à GoGo
A while ago, somebody recommended Crêpes à GoGo to me. He informed me that they made some of the best crepes in Toronto. After my first visit, I had to agree and have been back here several times...
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NYC: Doughnut Plant
I’ve been to the original Doughnut Plant location in East Village three times but they also have a second location in the Chelsea district. You can also get their specialty doughnuts in several coffee...
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La Bohème
While running some errands in the Yonge and Eglinton area, Mike and I stopped by La Boheme for lunch. La Boheme is a coffee and pastry shop which serves up a variety of sandwiches, quiches, pastries...
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Bobbette & Belle
The first time Mike and I dropped by Bobbette & Belle, it was just we were having lunch at Queen Margherita, just a few blocks away. Although we didn’t want to spoil our appetite, we couldn’t...
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Chococrêpe
Located on Queen Street, just west of Bathurst is Chococrepe (@chococrepeTO), a quaint and cozy creperie. The space has a really warm feel to it, furnished with cottage décor. They’re open late – 11pm...
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Vancouver: Thierry
After finishing up lunch at Hawksworth, Mike and I took a short walk over to Thierry (@thierrychocolat), located in the heart of downtown, Vancouver. Known for their handcrafted beautiful desserts, we...
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Portland: Voodoo Doughnut
We couldn’t leave Portland without hitting up one of their most popular destinations, Voodoo Doughnut. We arrived at their original location (they have 2 other locations) around 9am on a weekday and...
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Nadège Patisserie (Rosedale)
For those of you who have been to Nadège’s Queen West location, you’ll find that their Rosedale store is a completely different experience. In contrast to the all-white café on Queen West, this...
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Glory Hole Doughnuts
I think it’s safe to say that doughnuts are the new cupcakes in Toronto. Glory Hole Doughnuts opened in the late summer and joins several other doughnut joints like Paulette’s Chicken and Doughnuts and...
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NYC: Dominique Ansel Bakery
Having worked as the executive pastry chef for Daniel Boulud and with his recent 2013 James Beard Finalist nomination for “Outstanding Pastry Chef”, it’s no surprise I ended up at Dominique Ansel’s...
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NYC: Peter Pan
There’s nothing fancy about this Brooklyn Bakery and you certainly won’t find any “gourmet” donuts here but for $1 each, their delicious donuts are amazing value! Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop...
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Paris: Blé Sucré
“Where can I get the best croissant in Paris?” If you’re like me, this was my first thought after booking my trip to Paris. Having read great things about the pastries at Blé Sucré, this bakery was at...
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Paris: Le Soufflé
Mike and I knew we had to try at least one soufflé during our time in Paris. We did better than that…we had three soufflés in one meal! Located by the Tuileries Garden and a fifteen minute walk from...
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Paris: Du Pain et des Idées
If it’s your first time in Paris, chances are, you won’t be staying in the 10th arrondissement. But trust me, Du Pain et des Idées is worth the trek! Du Pain et des Idées This bakery opened in 2002 and...
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Paris: Ladurée
Ladurée (@MaisonLaduree), the iconic Paris bakery, all started back in 1862 by Louis Ernest Ladurée. Fast forward to 2013 and Ladurée is internationally known with stores all over the world including...
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Vancouver: Lucky’s Doughnuts
Brought to you by 49th Parallel coffee roasters (@49thParallel), Lucky’s Doughnuts (@luckysdoughnuts) has been serving gourmet doughnuts since last summer. Forty Ninth Parallel The doughnuts are served...
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Vancouver: Beaucoup Bakery
After coming back from my France trip, I’ve had a constant craving for pastries. Having heard great things about the French-inspired pastries at Beaucoup Bakery (@BeaucoupBakery), I had to stop by...
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Sugar Tooth Fairy
With so many cupcake stores opening up in the city, I think we’ve all felt a bit of cupcake fatigue. But all it takes is one delicious cupcake and all that cupcake fatigue melts away. Over the weekend...
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Crêpe & Co. Cafe
Inspired by his mother’s sweet cheese crepes, Andrey Verbitsky and his wife Natalie opened up Crêpe & Co (@CrepeCoCafe) last year on Queen West, just east of Dufferin. The interior Upon entering...
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