This patisserie rocks the chateau. The almond croissants are thick and rich — a dieter’s nightmare. But live a little. Indulge in this buttery, flaky pastry topped with slivered almonds and stuffed to the seams with frangipane, the creamy almond filling. Heaven. Late sleepers might miss out on these because they often sell out. Run, don’t walk.
This article appears in Sep 29 – Oct 5, 2005.