Bow down to the Kouign! 👑
POV: You walk into a bakeshop and see this beautiful, round pastry with luscious golden layers and crisp coating. You begin to salivate as you imagine the buttery-flaky goodness, the sweetness tickling your taste buds, and the moist center that sends you straight to heaven. Your stomach growls and you can’t wait any longer to order–but hold on, how do you say Kouign Amann in the first place?
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If you’ve been in the same situation, you’re not alone. Kouign Amann, pronounced as “queen ah-mahn“, is a French pastry that shares similarities with a croissant, except sweeter. It’s a delicious breakfast or snack, especially when paired with coffee!
Craving some Kouign Amann? Order from these spots around the metro! And remember, when pronunciation fails, you can always purse your lips and say, “That one, please!”
Eric Kayser
You can count on Eric Kayser, a world-renowned bakery, to bring you authentic and delicious French pastries and treats. Their Kouign Amann has a buttery flavor, perfect sweetness, and a delightful crunch! Get it in almond or chocolate flavor!
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Masa Madre Bakehouse
Masa Madre Bakehouse is a home-based online bakery in Caloocan run by award-winning pastry chef Kris Edison Tan. They’re best known for making premium quality laminated bread and pastries including their kouign amann which also comes in a special coffee flavor.
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215 P. Sevilla St, Gracepark West Caloocan City
Kiji Bakehouse
Take a walk through 26th Street and you’ll see a small bakehouse, popping in a vibrant yellow, beckoning you to come in–that’s Kiji Bakehouse. Their pastry offerings are made to perfection that are more often than not too pretty to eat, but trust us you won’t be able to stop thinking about it!
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26th St, Cor 7th Ave, Taguig, 1630 Metro Manila
Butterboy Bakehouse
Butterboy is best known for two things–first is hosting Drag Brunches and Drag Meryendas that crowds go crazy for, and second is making top-notch laminated pastries for a price that won’t hurt your wallet. Their croissants are nothing short of extraordinary, but don’t miss out on their Kouign Amann!
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81 Basa Street 1105 Quezon City
Good Pastry Cafe
Good Pastry Cafe lives up to its name by offering good pastries of all kinds. From egg tarts, cheesecakes, and croissants, you’ll definitely find something here for everyone. They also don’t fall short of offering freshly made meals for a casual dinner or lunch!
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Connecticut St, Fox Square Bldg, Greenhills, San Juan
(0966) 655 7494
Wildflour Restaurant
Whether it’s brunch, meryenda, or dinner, Wildflour Restaurant can serve you comfort food that will hit the spot every time. Their Ube Kouign Amann is simply to die for and is a must-try among their wide array of pastries!
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Good Sh*t Coffee
Serving coffee so damn good it’ll make you say, “This is good sh*t!” Good Sh*t Coffee is a charming, quaint cafe tucked in the streets of Poblacion. Don’t underestimate them though–apart from their killer coffees, they also offer insanely delicious pastries such as their Pain Au Chocolat, Guava Cheese Roll, and Kouign Amann!
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5872 Enriquez St. Poblacion, Makati
Jipan Cafe & Bakeshop
Jipan’s Kouign Amann’s is the treat you deserve every day. It melts in your mouth, wonderfully light, and deliciously flaky! Plus, you can have it ala mode when you dine in!
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Bungalow Cafe
When in Alabang, you simply must visit Bungalow Cafe whether you’re craving brunch, a hearty meal, or a sugar fix. Your jaw will drop at the sight of their freshly baked pastries of different kinds!
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(02) 8282 4546
Workshop
If you’re ever at The Grid and you start craving something sweet, head over to Workshop where you’ll find a variety of desserts, treats, and pastries. This coffee Kouign Amann goes out to all the coffee addicts out there! It has layers of brioche dough, butter and sugar, then glazed with coffee beans and caramelized sugar!
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