🥐 With a chic, gallery-like interior and pastries beautifully displayed on marble pedestals, this bakery combines style with irresistible flavors. I can’t get enough of their pistachio praline croissant, it’s a bite of pure bliss! 🍅 For savory enthusiasts, the tomato feta pastry and the ham & cheese croissant sandwich are absolute winners. ☕️ To complement these delights, Pantopia offers a range of drinks, from their exclusive branded kombucha 🥤 to rich, aromatic coffees ☕️ and refreshing teas 🍵. There’s something here for everyone.

Confeitaria Colombo, an iconic café in Rio’s historic center, is famous for its elegant Belle Époque design, featuring large mirrors and intricate stained glass. Established in 1894, it serves classic pastries and traditional dishes in a space that feels like stepping back in time. Even a quick coffee break here feels like stepping back in time. Arrive early to skip the lines.

Cha An is a Japanese teahouse specializing in desserts and light fare, providing a tranquil setting ideal for enjoying matcha tea, mochi, and small plates. The menu features delicate dishes with an emphasis on presentation and quality ingredients. The tea ceremony set offers an immersive experience into Japanese tea culture, while desserts like the black sesame crème brûlée provide a unique twist on traditional sweets. For a delightful visit, consider ordering the tea ceremony set and sampling their signature desserts.

Traditional Dutch mini pancakes made right before your eyes. Try the classic butter and sugar or go wild with toppings!

A brunch spot with a garden that feels like a secret escape. The French toast with poached pear and coconut yogurt is a favorite, moist, balanced, and not overly sweet. If you prefer savory, the Vietnamese pulled pork sandwich or the sweet potato and shrimp tartine are solid choices. It gets busy and some items sell out fast, so coming early is a good idea.

The pastry here is just so good. The coffee is rich and flavorful and they’re fresh baked bread is delicious. It’s the perfect spot for brunch or a sweet treat.

The oldest bakery in all of Barcelona, set to celebrate its 200th anniversary next year! It has its own workshop 🧁👩‍🍳.

If you're feeling brave, pop over to Stockbridge and spend an hour in the queue for Lannan bakery's vienoisserie. Your dedication shall be rewarded with some of the most precisely made, luxurious pastries and cakes. Pastries hit the shelves first thing in the morning, followed by other bakes and sandwiches later in the day.

A local network of artisanal bakeries - not only great for a treat and a cup of coffee, but also for picking up a fantastic sourdough to take home. Most branches also offer inventive salads and tasty sandwiches around lunchtime.

Do you like your dessert a bit over the top? At Krema, the buns are the fluffiest, brownies the gooiest and brioche covered in layers of rich chocolate.