Kyotofu has always been a DessertBuzz favorite. They are one of the original dessert-only destinations in NYC–blazing the trail for this category. Shortly after opening in 2006 they received a major publicity boost from New York Magazine who named their chocolate souffle cupcake the best…
Though DessertBuzz has reviewed many of these macarons before, I thought our readers were entitled to a second opinion–especially when it comes to a topic as contentious as NYC macarons. Luckily, guest columnist Elle was kind enough to check in with a report.
Francois Payard’s “Francois Chocolate Bar” still has some of the very best pasty in New York City. There’s something for everyone in his classic collection of signature pastries–from the exceptional vanilla-centric Tout Vanille to the multi-layer, multi texture, Lourve (a long time DessertBuzz Favorite).
**Update** Dominique Ansel Bakery has just added a ton of new pastries and other items. Two of my favorites are the liquid chocolate caramel tart and the salted pistachio religieuse. The liquid chocolate caramel tart is the perfect size pastry. It’s super small but very…
Last week I took my father to lunch for his 78th birthday. He said he wanted to go to one of the places along his daily walking route. That led us to La Bergamote in Chelsea. He’s been raving about their almond croissants for the…
I have found that New Yorkers are particular about their hot chocolate. Usually, they fall in one of two camps: 1) The hot-chocolate-as-dessert camp. These people believe that no hot chocolate is too thick or too sludge-like. They’re happy if a plastic spoon can be…
