ST. URBAIN BAGEL
Read moreIf you want to taste authentic Montreal bagels, this is the place to come! It was the Montreal team that opened this branch in Toronto some 30 years ago. Baked in a wood-fired oven every day, the bagels come in 15 different varieties and can be enhanced with spreads, such as cream cheese, or offered in sandwich format. The bakery also offers flatzls( thinnerbagels ) and bourekas (pastries popular in Sephardic and Israeli Jewish cuisines).
BOBBETTE & BELLE ARTISANAL PASTRIES
Read moreThe kind of address where you can go with your girlfriends for tea, or with your children to spoil them with pink-candy pastries. You can also come and drink a delicious hot chocolate or buy macaroons worthy of the best Bordeaux pastries. As for the decor, it's tea time, Alice in Wonderland style. The armchairs are comfortable and the welcome is as nice as the fluo cupcakes. Another branch on Yonge Street in the Teddington Park area.
SOMA CHOCOLATEMAKER
Read moreFor chocolate lovers, it's impossible to miss this gourmet address. In their small store in the Distillery Historic District, you can see the treats being made before your eyes. The hot chocolate is a marvel; so are the cookies, truffles, butter toffees and gelati! It's simple, everything here is delicious and made with love. One of the best places in town to "sweeten your mouth", as the Quebecers say. Other locations on King Street West (near Spadina) and on Brock Avenue (Parkdale neighborhood).
BLACKBIRD BAKING CO.
Read moreIn the heart of Kensington Market, it is possible to taste baguettes worthy of the best French bakeries. In his small shop, owner Simon Blackwell insists on baking his bread with organic flours. He also treats us to his sandwiches and a selection of always delicious pastries. An ideal gourmet break before setting off to explore the shops and other market stalls. The bakery supplies several restaurants in Toronto and also has another location in the Riverside neighbourhood.
UNCLE TETSU'S JAPANESE CHEESECAKE
Read moreThis is a very popular address for Torontonians. The reason? It has the best cheesecake in the city. The secret: high-quality eggs, butter and fresh cheese. So don't be surprised if there's a line of people waiting in front of the counter at the Bay Street location - there almost always is. In the line, the rule is strict: one cheesecake per person! However, there are other pastries available for purchase. Several other locations in the GTA.
SUMMER'S ICE CREAM
Read moreEven when the temperatures outside are low, Summer's is always busy, and for good reason! Its delicious homemade ice creams are among the best in town. More than 20 flavours are offered, as well as seasonal editions, sorbets and yogurts. The owners of this family-owned ice cream shop are very vocal when it comes to mentioning the qualities of their ice creams. Let yourself be tempted! You can find their ice creams in many stores and grocery stores in the Greater Toronto Area.
SIMIT & CHAI
Read moreThe name of the place already sets the tone: the big stars of this Turkish bakery are the simit (a kind of bagel very common in Turkey, Armenia and the Balkans) as well as the tea. Of course, the menu does not stop there and proposes the famous Turkish coffee made according to the rules of the art with a cezve, homemade sweets, gourmet sandwiches in a simit (also breakfast versions), brunches like the famous menemen (traditional Turkish dish), etc. Mention to the beautiful premises with an industrial style decoration.
NADÈGE PÂTISSERIE
Read moreNadège Nourian and Morgan McHugh's patisserie is a temple of gourmandise. These two passionate people opened their first pastry shop in 2009 on Queen West. Since then, Nadège has expanded to other locations in Bloor-Annex, Rosedale and the PATH underground network downtown. These locations offer delicious French viennoiseries, decadent pastries, macaroons and chocolates, and all sorts of other treats. Start your day with a buttery croissant and an espresso.
BUNNER'S
Read moreThis little bakery in Kensington Market has a pink decor and makes delicious products, all 100% vegan and gluten and nut free. You'll find all kinds of sweet treats: cupcakes, muffins, brownies, cookies, scones, cakes (including delicious vegan cheesecakes), etc., and of course bread. You can even shop online and have everything delivered to your home. Bunner's has another location in Toronto, located in The Junction.
SERANO BAKERY
Read moreIt's impossible to go for a walk in the Greektown neighborhood without tasting the local specialties. So we have found for you THE gourmet spot of the area, the famous Serano bakery and pastry shop. All the specialties can be found there, such as spanakopitas (cheese and spinach puffs), delicious baklava, fried touloumbes doughnuts or sweet tsoureki bread (try the chocolate dipped version). The place also has a grocery section with countless products imported from Greece. A must!
UNHOLY DONUTS
Read moreFor those who love Uncle Tetsu's cheesecakes, you should know that the owner also runs this gourmet address. However, this one is entirely dedicated to brioche doughnuts and everything is homemade here with love and patience. More than twenty flavors fill the shelves, like the succulent donut filled with almond custard with almond glaze, roasted almond pieces, Chantilly cream and apricot jam. Unholy Donuts has a reputation as one of the best places in Toronto, no less.