Chausson aux Pommes: 11/15
Appearance 3/5
Texture 4/5
Filling 4/5
Chausson: Exceptionally flaky, light, delicate pastry, medium golden color surrounding sweet, smooth textured apple puree filling. Size is medium-large (Clafouti's still owning the title of champion-size) and quite puffy at the outer edge (opposite the fold). (References points: Du Pain et Des Idées, Fauchon, Lenôtre, Ladurée, Poilâne)
Croissant: 11/20
Crust 2/5
Interior 3/5
Butter 4/5
Color 2/5
- Appearance wise, the croissant could use some improvement, being quite flat and unbrowned. The texture was also unremarkable, not very crispy exterior nor downy-soft inside, but the buttery flavor & aroma is actually better than most. (Reference points: Pierre Hermé, Fauchon).
The shop also sells cheeses, terrines, sandwiches, gaufres, ice-cream... a fair amount of stuff not normally found neighbourhood boulangeries.
All the viennoiseries (pastries) are visible from the front window and look self-seve from inside the store. There are bags near the corner and tongs on top of the display case, although during quiet times the staff will come from behind the counter to help you choose and bag your selections.