5 Beloved Bakeries in Venice For Cake, Pastries, Pizza & More

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You probably already know that the Italian carb trinity is made up of bread, pizza, and pasta. Italians love carbs with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and Venetians are no exception. Like every Italian, they wholeheartedly believe that the day can be improved with the right morning pastry or the perfect afternoon sandwich. And there’s no […]

Something is Baking – The Best Brooklyn Bakeries

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Finding your trusted local bakery is a New York right of passage. Your preferred loaf of bread, breakfast pastry, and dessert could be just around the corner or a subway ride away. And once you’ve tasted their baked goods, you’re likely to be smitten forever. Whether you’re in the mood for the perfect loaf of […]

7 Best Bakeries in Boston for Canoli, Lobster Tail Pastry, & More

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When you have that unwavering craving for something sweet, you need to go to a really sweet place to satisfy it–and you need to do so fast. Fortunately, the best bakeries in Boston are just what the doctor ordered. While visiting the city, you’ll be surprised by the number of bakeries that line the streets, […]

Best Bakeries in NYC: Our 13 Favorite Sweet Spots

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The stereotype of police officers eating donuts with coffee inside their cars probably started in New York. After all, it’s hard to say no when you see the glaze on sweet fried goods, chocolate and pistachio filings in crispy croissants, and muffins topped with powdered sugar. Some of the best bakeries in the world are […]

Best Cookies in NYC: Our Top 12

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The best cookies in the world are in NYC, where there are no limits to flavor, size, and imagination. Here, you’ll find some of the most delicious cookies you’ve ever tasted. Whether you’re looking for a mid-afternoon snack during the winter, a dessert after lunch, or a midnight after-hours treat, a cookie is the solution.    […]

Bakeries in Florence: Our Top 8 Can’t-Miss Spots

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Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth? These incredible bakeries in Florence are calling your name! When it comes to bakeries, Florence hasn’t always had an established tradition. Luckily, Florence is known for attracting people all over the world and make them fall in love with it—and bakers are no exception. So treat your sweet tooth […]

Secret Bakeries in Florence: Vocab, Tips & Locations

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Come to the dark side of the Florentine streets: they’ve got much more than cookies. Stop by one of these secret bakeries in Florence to indulge your sweet tooth after dark.   During long midnight walks through the Tuscan capital, you might catch an angelic smell. Freshly baked bread, it seems, and melted butter, and… what […]

6 Gluten-Free Bakeries in Paris That Are Going to Change Your Life

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This blog post was originally posted on August 26, 2019 and was updated on September 23, 2020. In recent years, Parisian bakeries have truly mastered the art of gluten-free baking.  That means that even if you’re gluten-intolerant, you can still have all the delicious French bread, pastries and cakes to satisfy your sweet tooth! Head […]

44 Small Businesses in Seville You Can Support Right Now

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The heart and soul of Seville lies in its small businesses. It’s in the bustling tapas bars (around 3,000 of them, last we checked) where locals sip sherry and share lively conversation. It’s in the colorful market stalls where the vendors greet you with a smile and, once you go often enough, develop a sixth […]