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The delicious French cakes are being served up all over the city: here are six of the best.
It may not be the fanciest of French pastries, but the humble yet delicious madeleine remains a favourite among dessert lovers. The small sponge cake originated in north-eastern France, but its distinctive shell-like shape can easily be spotted in patisseries across London and is set to be the sharing-dessert for 2024 and beyond.
Whether you like yours traditional – with a lemony zest – or jazzed up by red velvet, coconut or pistachio flavouring, here are six spots across the city you need to try next time the sweet cravings hit.
Miel Bakery
You can’t go wrong with a sugar-topped madeleine from Fitzrovia’s best independent boulangerie and patisserie, Miel. Have yours as an after-lunch treat or with a creamy coffee for an indulgent breakfast.
Address: 60-61 Warren St, London W1T 5NU
Madeleine & Co
At Madeleine & Co you can get your hands on pretty much any flavour you desire, from coconut and pistachio to almond and chocolate-coated cakes.
Address: The Food Exchange, New Covent Garden Market, Nine Elms, London SW8 5EL
St. John
St. John’s bakery remains a hotspot for a reason, not least for its delicious madeleine offering. You’ll find branches of the standalone bakery and wine shop all over the city, but our favourite is on Borough High Street.
Address: Unit 4a, Brandon House, 180 Borough High St, London SE1 1LH
Boulangerie Jade
For every kind of French pastry, tart or cake your heart desires, including madeleines, head to Boulangerie Jade, an Artisan bakery with four locations in south-east London. You won’t have to worry about leaving hungry…
Address: various locations across London
Socca
Love is in the air this month…and certainly at French-Mediterranean bistro Socca. As part of its five-course Valentine’s Day menu, it’s offering a romantic twist on a Socca signature: red velvet madeleines. Try them before they’re gone.
Address: 41A South Audley St, London W1K 2PS
Royal Artisan Bakery
Address: 84-86 Petty France, London SW1H 9EA
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