
National Pastry Day is on December 9, making it the perfect day to treat yourself to a delicious tart, cannoli, or other favorite. Baltimore is home to many pastry shops, including those with French and Italian roots, so you won't have any shortage of places to visit. Since you'll want to stop by several, dedicate the whole month to trying some of these pastry shops recommended by our real estate agents.
- Sacré Sucré - 933 Fell St., Baltimore, MD 21231
When you're in the mood to spoil yourself with some pastries that look (almost!) too beautiful to eat, head to Sacré Sucré. Check out the case of pastries for some inspiration, but don't wait too late in the day to visit because the pastry studio attracts a crowd of customers, and some of its creations can sell out. Try the Sofia Petit Gateau, which looks like a work of art and is made with almond sponge cake, crunchy praline and ganache, and Earl Grey-infused mousse.
- Patisserie Poupon - 820 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21202
Since 1986, Patisserie Poupon has created authentic French pastries that have customers coming back year after year. The Cassis Mousse is beautifully decorated, with a light ladyfinger cake filled with black currant and white chocolate mousse for a delicious treat. Tarts are also popular, and you'll have your choice of apple (a puff pastry base generously filled with apple puree and sliced apples), apricot (sweet pastry baked with almond cream and apricot), and lemon meringue (sweet pastry filled with zesty lemon curd and topped with Italian meringue).
- Vaccaro's - 222 Albemarle St., Baltimore, MD 21202
Vaccaro's traces its roots back to 1956, when its founder, born and raised in Italy, brought Old World recipes and talent to Baltimore to start his namesake pastry shop. Today, his son continues the tradition by serving authentic Italian pastries, including cannoli, a Sicilian and Baltimore favorite made with a crispy shell filled with sweet ricotta cream. Treat yourself inside the cafe and then take home a Sampler with two assorted mini cannoli, two assorted cream puffs, one pignoli cookie, one sliced almond cookie, and one wedding cake cookie so you and your family can choose your favorites.
- La Cosette - 745 E. Fort Ave., Baltimore, MD 21230
For authentic French pastries with a modern twist, visit La Cosette near Locust Point homes for sale. Many treats are available in individual and family sizes, so you can try them in the pastry shop and order a larger one to take home and share. You'll have your choice of yummy tarts enhanced with chocolate, almond, or seasonal fruits. Or go for an individual chef's special cake in chocolate hazelnut, mocha chocolate, almond blueberry, or raspberry pistachio.
- Café Dear Leon - 2929 O'Donnell St., Baltimore, MD 21224
Located near Canton homes for sale, Café Dear Leon uses classical techniques and seasonal ingredients combined with inspiration from the owners' roots. They're dedicated to serving the freshest goods possible, so everything is baked according to a schedule posted on its website. If you're craving something specific, you can time your visit so it's right out of the oven. Customer favorites include the Oat Scone, made with house-made blueberry jam and French cultured butter, as well as the Almond Croissant, which is twice-baked and includes rum syrup and frangipane (a soft, spreadable custard).
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