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10 spots to celebrate the classic French croissant

Thursday , December 31st , 2015

National Croissant Day is on January 30, so there’s no better time to delight in the light, flaky and buttery rolls traditionally made with puff pastry.

A plain croissant is perfect for slicing and stuffing with your favourite sandwich filling, making it a versatile pastry that can be enjoyed any way you like — at any time of day. Ideal for a quick breakfast or snack, croissants can also contain sweet ingredients, including chocolate (pain au chocolat) and almond paste.

Following is a roundup of some of the best tasting croissants in the city. Bon appétit! 

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Home of the world-famous Crookie™ (a cookie/croissant hybrid), this Queen Street West mainstay serves a range of croissant flavours, including pink…

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This friendly Roncesvalles neighbourhood café serves sweet and savoury croissants to complement its great-tasting coffee.

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Touted as Toronto’s best French bistro, this restaurant located in the Distillery District also boasts a bakery that serves fine fresh pastries, including…

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With multiple locations throughout the GTA, this espresso bar features classic butter, chocolate and almond croissants, plus a healthier multi-grain option,…

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A great dining destination for lunch, dinner or brunch, this Wellington Street West restaurant specializes in refined French fare, including melt-in-your-mouth…

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With two central Toronto locations, this French patisserie offers a save-the-tax promotion when you purchase freshly baked croissants to enjoy by the…

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High-quality ingredients coupled with the expert skill of a talented pastry chef make the croissants at this French café on Mount Pleasant Road an absolute…

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Specializing in baked goods, this popular patisserie is reputed for its French pastries, including classic butter croissants, and sweeter flavours, such…

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With multiple locations throughout the city, Nadège couples classic French technique with modern panache for pastries that are as pleasing on the eyes…

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Centrally located on King Street West, this authentic French bakery is a hub for sweet treats, including chocolates, macarons, eclairs and, of course,…

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