Lifestyle | Travel Celebrating my birthday in Paris felt like a dream. Before heading to my easyJet flight, I scoured the internet to search for the best bakeries and café s in Paris. That involved scrolling through Instagram and watching numerous TikTok videos hyping up a string of spots all over Paris.
With the rising popularity of café and bakery culture, and considering the French reputation for pastry mastery, my expectations were high — and they didn’t fall short of my (fussy) expectations. The French Bastards debuted its bakery in January 2019 at 61 rue Oberkampf, in the 11th arrondissement. I instantly set my eyes on the classic croissant , which was wonderfully soft and moist.
It didn't have that stale taste like it had been sitting out since dawn, and it was pleasantly light to hold. While the location I visited didn't offer indoor seating, I was planning to spend the day sightseeing anyway, so I happily munched on it as I snapped the city. @the_french_bastards Nestled in the city's Japanese quarter is Telescope, where culinary design merges with café culture.
This bakery embodies a blend of chic, contemporary, and traditional elements. I'm sure you agree — it's frustrating when something looks pleasing to the eye but tastes mediocre. However, Telescope's chocolate chip cookies didn't leave me disappointed.
It was crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and just the right amount of sweetness, allowing the rich chocolate flavour to shine through. @tel.