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This pretty French-style pastry offers you mouth-watering pies, muffins, palm trees and cake pieces for a snack, but also beautiful fresh salads and sandwiches for lunch. The hot drinks are excellent, the coffee is worthy to be served in a coffee shop. You can enjoy all this on the small terrace in summer, or in Prospect Park, which is ten minutes walk away. For the record, Colson was born in Belgium, so you won't be surprised to see delicious Liège waffles in the window!

The temple of cheap and small prices. Many items of dubious taste, but among them, some nice hidden pieces. Take time to farfouiller in the rays, it really is a blow for the femme and the decoration in particular.

Close your eyes, you're in France for a moment. Here is chocolate lightning, olives and croissants with almonds, everything freshly made before you. Excellent cakes and sandwiches for a snack, as at home.

If you want to bring Louisianaises flavors to France, this is where you need to come. This store sells many preparations for jambalaya, gumbo and other specialties. You can also buy a few delicacies on the spot, and enjoy some new weekends. The store also organizes four to ten cooking courses per month, from 18 am to 20 pm. For more information, visit the site or the website.

The Napa Mill buildings are among the last remnants of the old Main Street (late 19th century industrial and commercial center) in the city of Napa. Today it has become a pleasant and rather classy shopping district in Napa with spa, gift stores, chocolate shop, restaurants and jazz club. Worth seeing for its architecture and especially for its mosaic fountain. It tells the history of the valley, from the time of the Nappa Indians to the Spanish conquest, and to the times of Mexican and American domination.

The French chef Vincent Colombet runs this bakery which sells all the sweets we know well: baguettes, croissants, chocolate breads... You can eat on the spot but the place is quickly crowded, it is better to opt for a delicious pancake - a speciality of the house - to eat while strolling. If you are lucky, you can also meet the food truck of the bakery that walks the streets of Chicago. It is better to visit the establishment's site to find out where the truck is going.

The rival of the cronut (the famous halfway croissant/donut pastry created by French chef Dominique Ansel) is the cruffin, a cross between a croissant and a muffin that was born in this shop. It's good and rich as can be, so if you're on a diet and looking for something a little lighter, know that Supermoon also makes croissants. As long as you avoid the delicious ones that are double-filled, of course... The candy pink shop, with its BITE ME, NYC boxes stacked against the wall, is very cute.

This Italian pastry shop was founded in 1892, and has never moved or closed since, even during the Great Depression of the 1930s. Today, Ferrara remains a family affair with fifth generation pastry chefs behind the stove. This institution claims to be the first espresso bar to open in the United States, we don't know if it's true, but in any case we love the authentic, no-frills setting and the rich cakes and ice cream. Try it at least once.

The Wynn and Encore shopping promenades are home to many luxury brands divided between the Wynn Plaza Shops, The Shops at Wynn and The Shops at Encore with Chanel, Christian Dior, Cartier, Louboutin, Balmain, Louis Vuitton, Rolex, Saint Laurent. This place also distinguishes itself by its very large offer of luxury watches. You will be able to stroll in the shopping alleys distributed on two levels in a luxurious setting with noble materials.

The Grand Canal Shoppes is a huge covered shopping mall located in the heart of the Venetian and extends into the neighboring Palazzo. It takes up the theme of Venice and in particular of its grand canal, on which you can move in a gondola, under a painted sky always blue. Between the replicas of Venetian bridges and the square of St. Mark's Square, we discover dozens of stores and stores, restaurants and cafes, whose facades recall those of the palaces of the city of the Doges. Many of the signs are of Italian origin.

Some shops, restaurants and bars occupy the sky bridge (understanding the link) between the Manadaly Bay and the Luxor. Despite the publicity on the place, there is little choice. Obviously, this is not the place to go for shopping in Las Vegas.

Originally, this mall was the Aladdin's shopping promenade and was called the Desert Passage. Planet Hollywood renamed the complex Miracle Mile Shops. Outside the shopping aisles, the Arabian villas are still there, bringing a hint of Oriental flavor to what remains a gigantic mall with more than 200 stores, restaurants and bars. Note the presence of two free attractions: Fountain Show and Rainstorm Show, every hour from 10am to 11pm from Monday to Thursday and every half hour from Friday to Sunday.

A must for fresh beignets, a very popular sweet in New Orleans. It is said to be the locals' favorite establishment for beignets. Located on the lively Royal Street, Cafe Beignet is the meeting point for some tours. Don't miss its lovely shaded patio, which is especially nice at the beginning of the day to soak up the atmosphere of the French Quarter before heading out to explore its streets. Mention should be made of the Bourbon Street branch, which offers jazz performances every day starting at 10 am.

This excellent patisserie serves true works of art. There are mini tarts in various flavors - from pana cotta to raspberry basil - gourmet cookies - special mention to the one with Nutella - all kinds of pastries, fresh cheesecakes, intense chocolate brownies... All in all, it's hard to choose. The terrace contains only three small tables, so it can be difficult to find a place; we recommend you to take your desserts to go and enjoy them while walking the streets of Bisbee.

You won't find the world's finest - or most affordable - ice creams here. Nevertheless, Ben & Jerry's is an essential brand in American culture. Founded in 1978, the company has established a worldwide presence: today, supermarkets in over 40 countries sell its instantly recognizable gourmet pots. At this address on the Strip, you can choose from over twenty flavors. We recommend you try the Tonight Dough, which is not yet available in France.

We love the homemade sandwiches from this wine and cheese store. The value for money is unbeatable: LARCHMONT Village Wine, Spirits & Cheese offers tasty, extremely fresh fillings. Organic olive oil and balsamic vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted peppers, parmesan, mozzarella, Emmental, manchego, black olive tapenade, avocado... Each ingredient is more appetizing than the next. A very good address!

Craft beer, pizza, ramen, Korean grill, pasta, burgers, Peruvian specialties, lobster, Texas barbecue, fried chicken, tacos, kebabs, wraps, Filipino rice bowls, Thai street food, doughnuts, pastries, pancakes, Belgian waffles, popcorn, bubble tea, artisanal coffee, juices... This indoor market offers a great selection of locally produced international cuisine, to enjoy on the spot or to take away. A friendly place, very popular with the inhabitants of the Liberty Station neighborhood. The icing on the cake: a few small stores where it is good to stroll.

Absolutely essential for donut lovers, this address located north of Gaslamp is particularly renowned for the quality of its products and the greediness of its recipes. Here is a non-exhaustive list: crème brûlée, blueberry cheesecake, margarita, maple bourbon, mud pie - the famous chocolate pie from Mississippi - salted butter caramel, apple crumble, cake batter... Thought up by the enthusiastic chef Santiago Campa, the flavors are frequently renewed. To have a choice, come as soon as possible.

You can't miss this extravagant bakery on the main street of Castro. Indeed, the cookies are very good but we will remember especially their extravagant shapes. Obviously, we prefer the ones in the shape of penises, each one bigger than the other, that everyone likes to put in his mouth while laughing heartily. Hip-hop music, photos posted on the walls representing the gay community, the atmosphere remains good-natured: a funny stop not to be missed during your visit in the neighborhood!

This specialist soda store is a veritable institution. With several hundred references, it has every variety of sweet drink imaginable. They are presented in glass bottles with metal caps - their original packaging - reviving nostalgia for some. Wild strawberry, black cherry, cucumber, kumquat or even pumpkin spice: the most unlikely flavors can be found here! A store for young and old alike... But in moderation.

This delicatessen is full of Japanese products, with a strong emphasis on alcoholic beverages, from sake to beer, with a small detour to Europe via a selection of some good wines. There are also snacks from the land of the Rising Sun, and fresh products and dishes to enjoy on the spot or to take away. Soups, pastries and sandwiches are simple and tasty. And to spoil nothing, the atmosphere is nice: a kind of design grocery store, sober and trendy. A good address, to be shared between lovers of the country of the Rising Sun.

This family business is named after Joan, the owner. The daughter of Czech immigrants, she grew up in New Jersey before taking cooking classes in Manhattan. There she started her own cooking school and first restaurant before moving to the West Coast in the 1970s. Her current establishment, founded in 1995, has continued to grow. Today, Joan's On Third is a trendy address that constantly reinvents itself, as well as a major caterer in Los Angeles. In addition, the entrepreneur has opened another location in Studio City.

The Original Farmers Market has been a favorite food destination of Angelenos since 1934. It is a vast succession of stalls, each with its own specialty. Sushi, pokés, oysters, sandwiches, falafels, pizzas, fresh pasta, hamburgers, Brazilian grills, pies, donuts... It's hard to know where to turn, whether you come to do some shopping, lunch or dinner. A real paradise for food lovers, not to be missed!

This is the story of a clarinet player who fell in love with coffee and decided one day to change his life. Blue Bottle Coffee Company, a small company with integrity, has since been buying its organic coffee beans from around the world and roasting them in the San Francisco area. Two stands at the Ferry Building Market, easy to spot in the line of customers! And it's been so successful that it's now present in New York, Chicago, Washington and even across the Pacific in Tokyo, Honk Kong and Seoul. Not to be missed if you like coffee!

In 1906, Suyeichi Okamura opened Benkyodo, one of the first shops in Japantown. With the Second World War, the Japanese of San Francisco were deported to detention centers: the store had to close. It reopened in 1951, still run by the Okamura family. This tiny diner has kept the warm atmosphere that reigned there in the 1950s: the old-timers come to drink coffee and chat. But it is especially for the enchanting mochi (filled sweet rice balls) that people come here.

This family-run bakery is usually packed with children and teenagers from the two neighboring schools. A sort of nerve center for the Brentwood community, it's a great place to grab a coffee, indulge in a sweet treat, or grab a sandwich or quiche for lunch. In addition to pastries, Belwood Bakery Cafe specializes in muffins - in original flavors such as pumpkin, cappuccino, lemon and low-fat corn - and revisited macaroons - lavender, red velvet, tiramisu and Nutella, among others.

After opening their bakery in the heart of the city, Ozzy Jimenez and Christian Sullberg embarked on the Noble Folk adventure in 2014 with this first small, designer store. People come here for the wide selection of homemade pies and ice cream: the undeniable craftsmanship combined with original recipes make the establishment an ideal stop on hot summer days. In addition, the power duo opened another address in 2018, in Santa Rosa.

Designed to entertain and enchant, this oversized mall was built in a European style: here, shoppers stroll along wide streets amidst stores, almost as if they were in an amusement park. In addition, there are many concerts on weekends, while families flock to the Grove for the lighting of the huge Christmas tree every year. Finally, a huge amount of retailers are present, including Apple, Banana Republic, Brandy Melville, Gap, Coach, Forever 21, Nike, Michael Kors, or UGG.

This small shopping center with a rustic and country look was built in 1948. While it can't compete with the city's institutions, it is appreciated for its charm and atypical character, with a structure reminiscent of the old markets of England. It features local artisans as well as renowned brands such as James Perse, Goop, Capitol and Christian Louboutin. Also on site: several dining options offering a variety of cuisine, from Barney's Burgers to Sweat Rose Cremery to Reddi Chick Bbq.

In 1997, after years in the test kitchen, Michael founded Recchiuti Confections in partnership with his wife, Jacky. They arrange their delicate Recchiuti filled chocolate squares like little jewels in a glass case. Their famous Caramel à la fleur de sel, with a whisky aftertaste, is the most requested flavor... The Recchiuti team proudly asserts that they always source local herbs, such as lavender and lemon verbena, from California farmers' markets and blend them into their chocolates. A real treat!

California's most famous confectioner. The company moved from Canada to Los Angeles in 1921, to San Francisco in 1936. Four stores in San Francisco where you can compose your own box of sweets. A few extra calories for you or/and a few small gourmet gifts to bring back... Memories every time! For the record, in 1994 a driver delivering a chocolate order fell asleep while his truck was hooked up to one of the vats and was pumping, so that El Camino Real and Spruce Avenue next door were flooded with chocolate!

Le Petit Parisien is your little corner of France in Harlem! Stop in for a viennoiserie and a good coffee. We appreciate the fact that the croissants and pains au chocolat are several dollars cheaper than in most French bakeries in New York. The place, all in length, is very warm, with its brick walls covered with paintings (if you have a crush on a painting, you can buy it!). For a more substantial hunger, the sandwiches are just right.

A showcase to make the most greedy among us green with envy. We stop there at any time of the day to devour pastries made with a rare finesse. You can even find kouign-amann, as well as croissants, pastramis, onion-tomato-bacon burratas, lychee and raspberry jam or café au lait... There are also excellent sandwiches made from homemade bread of course. Franciscans love them and it is easy to understand why. Go there without waiting, you will enjoy it!

From the smell of freshly baked bread and warm viennoiseries, to the mouth-watering colors of its pastries and cakes, French bakery savoir-faire is inimitable. That's why Frederic Laski and Laila Abddaim decided to open their Beverly Hills establishment, with a team of professionals from France, as well as a large proportion of the ingredients. A perfect address for a late breakfast or an early afternoon snack.

This café-bakery is one of Burlington's most coveted addresses for breakfast, brunch or lunch. The bread is made on the premises, with artisanal quality. From homemade granola and cookies to divine cinnamon rolls, avocado toast, salmon and polenta eggs, sandwiches and salads, everything is fresh and made to order. The restaurant has an indoor dining room and a few tables on the sunny terrace once the weather warms up. A great way to start the day!

A must in the heart of Chinatown: this Chinese pastry shop is an institution on the neighborhood's main thoroughfare, Grant Avenue. People come to line up in front of its pagoda-shaped shelter to taste the delicate and delicious specialties that will delight sweet tooths in search of oriental gustatory discoveries. Like an egg mooncake with delicious lotus seed paste. The Chinese family who run it also sell a few bags of fortune cookies (if you haven't had time to go to the factory).

Located in the heart of the small town of Hyannis, Chez Antoine Café is a blend of Belgian and French inspiration. You'll find confectionery and quality products from France and Belgium. You'll find bread, viennoiseries and pastries. If you're craving a café-croissant, this is the place to come. Savory breakfast muffins are also a must! Gluten-free options are available. The place isn't big, but a few tables are available inside, in a warm atmosphere.

This pretty brick house, which stands out from the surrounding buildings, is a La Jolla institution. Its specialty: scones, the original Scottish bread rolls that are almost as popular in North America as they are in the UK. Usually prepared "plain", Brick & Bell Cafe successfully revisits them with chocolate chips, maple syrup with walnuts or pumpkin. Also on the menu: paninis, as well as an interesting selection of breakfasts, coffees and desserts.

A veritable Balboa Island institution, this shop is home to the original frozen banana, covered in peanuts, almonds, Oreo or honey-almond granola. You'll also find delicious doughnuts, frosted cheesecake, muffins, cinnamon rolls, milkshakes, smoothies... In short, a sweet-lover's paradise. To enjoy all this, continue on to S. Bay Front, with its sunny benches.

This delicious chain is named after its founder, Jeni Britton Bauer, who opened her first store in 1996 under the name Scream. She launched the very first Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams store six years later. Her recipe for success: creamy, gourmet ice creams. Gooey butter cake - dark chocolate truffle, cinnamon roll, peanut butter... Hard to resist!

Opened in 1983, Diddy Riese is a true Westwood institution. Its mission: to serve tasty, gourmet artisanal products at unbeatable prices. While it has always offered delicious brownies, cookies and ice cream, this address built its reputation on its Ice Cream Sandwich, a scoop of ice cream sandwiched between two enormous cookies, served for the first time in 1995. The line can be long, but the experience is well worth the detour and allows you to immerse yourself in the 100% student life of the neighborhood.

Classic recipes include The Promise Ring, a donut covered in chocolate, maple syrup or plain icing, and the Rites of Sprinkles, a vanilla cake topped with chocolate or vanilla and confetti. But Donut Friend is also known for its original creations, such as the Youth Brulée, filled with Bavarian cream, and the Green Teagan and Sara, topped with matcha tea and sesame seeds. Special mention for the X-Ray Speculoos, as delicious as it is hearty. A huge favorite!

As its name suggests, this Los Angeles-based company, founded in 1972, specializes in cheesecakes: what began as a small shop has become a company with over 200 locations in the United States. On the menu: some thirty delicious cheesecakes, each more gourmet and hearty than the last, among which the simple and evocative Original stands out. While desserts can be ordered at any time of day, The Cheesecake Factory also serves savory dishes for lunch and dinner.

Macaroons, cupcakes, viennoiseries, tartelettes amandines, bear claw- a typically American pastry, originating in the 1920s -, sublime cakes and pièces montées... Gourmet alert! A family-run, old-fashioned bakery in the heart of West L.A.'s Chinese-American district. A rather confidential address, it's aimed above all at sweet tooths who want to take something to eat before setting off to explore the city. Delicious creations at prices that couldn't be cheaper.

Founded in 2006, this small, family-run establishment specializes in the artisanal preparation of ice creams for the general public, as well as those based on plant-based milk. Madagascar vanilla, Ecuadorian chocolate, hazelnut, coffee, stracciatella, cookies and cream, vegan dark chocolate, toasted coconut, strawberry or mango sorbet... These are the classic flavors. Young and old alike also flock to Pazzo Gelato for its more original flavors, such as avocado, banana with dulce de leche, brown sugar with candied bacon, or salted butter caramel. Delicious!

The aim of Emili's Pastry & Cafe? To offer customers an "authentic European experience". Lemon meringue tarts, crème brûlées, Napoleon, opera, linzer torte revisited... In the window, the great classics of pastry excellence rub shoulders with the must-haves of the "Danish breakfast" - a reference to the term "viennoiseries" - ranging from butter croissants toapple strudel , almond croissants and palmiers. Also on the menu: a vast selection of muffins, quiches and coffee. Delicious!