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| - My sister recently discovered this new location of a favorite brunch place/pastry shop, replacing chocolatier Suite 88. We decided to combine a shopping trip with a light and delicious snack. The shop is narrow but large enough to showcase gourmet chocolates and organic teas available for purchase. As well, we saw prepared sandwiches, a dozen or so desserts, and on the day my sister visited earlier in the week, flaky almond croissants. Additionally, in the space, there is a small grouping of bistro tables and eye-catching red leather chairs for those taking a break.
The shop offers a limited pastry menu, unlike its sister shop in Old Montreal. However, what it does offer is quite lovely. I enjoyed the Paris Brest éclair which featured a crisp and light pâte à choux and generous ribbons of chocolate-hazelnut cream. I also had a few bites of the chocolate-caramel tart, which boasted a strong dark chocolate and creamy caramel layers.
We appreciated the number of counter people ready to prepare our orders, make specialty coffee drinks, and clear off tables.
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