Frequently cited as the best croissant in the world. A multi-layered, buttery croissant dough with a perfect honeycomb structure, filled with a rich, silky mascarpone cream and finished with a light dusting of icing sugar. It is the gold standard for filled pastries.
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An absolute mandatory order. The mascarpone center is so smooth and not too sweet. They sell out very fast, often by 11:00am, so go early!
We take our award-winning croissant dough and fill it with a vibrant, acidic curd made from fresh mango and passionfruit. It's finished with a yellow fruit glaze and white chocolate details. It's the perfect balance of buttery richness and tropical acidity.
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A great alternative if you find the mascarpone one too rich. The acidity of the passionfruit cuts through the butter perfectly.
We use only the best Mediterranean almond flour. Our macarons feature a thin, fragile shell and a generous, creamy ganache filling. Available in over 12 seasonal flavors, including Iranian Pistachio, Mexican Vanilla, and Salted Caramel.
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The pistachio one is the best I've had outside of Paris. They come in beautiful boxes, making them a great high-end gift to take home.
A crisp, thin sableé crust filled with a silky cream made from fresh lemons and Japanese yuzu. Topped with a cloud of lightly torched Italian meringue and a tiny piece of lime zest. It's sharp, bright, and perfectly balanced.
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The yuzu adds a great modern depth to the traditional lemon tart. The meringue is remarkably light. One of their most refreshing individual desserts.
A stunning individual dessert featuring a light raspberry mousse, a heart of fresh rose-infused liquid, and a base of crunchy almond praline. It's glazed in a vibrant red mirror glaze and finished with a fresh raspberry and a gold-leaf petal.
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It looks like a piece of jewelry! Very technical. The rose flavor is subtle and very elegant. Perfect for a special celebratory afternoon treat.
Part of the prestigious Hofmann culinary group, this patisserie is a temple of sugar and butter. Led by a team of world-champion pastry chefs, it is a place of constant innovation and technical perfection. While they offer a vast array of high-end pastries, their filled croissants — particularly the mascarpone version — have become a global pilgrimage site for food lovers visiting Barcelona.
The shop is tiny and there is often a queue out the door. It moves fast, but be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes on weekend mornings. The best strategy is to go on a weekday around 9:30am.
Everything is takeaway only, but there is a small square nearby where you can sit and eat your pastries. If you're staying in the area, they also have a great 'Hofmann at Home' delivery service for their cakes.
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