Where to find the best babkas in Paris?
Originally from Eastern countries, the tiger brioche has been very successful since its arrival in the capital. Having become a must for weekend brunch, babka has also established itself on our tables during the week, thus competing with the classic croissant and pain au chocolat. Soft at heart, crisp on the top, it continues to seduce more than one … provided you know where to buy it. An overview of the best babkas in Paris in five addresses.
Jeffrey Cagnes Paris
After several years as executive chef at Stohrer – the oldest pastry shop in Paris – Jeffrey Cagnes opened his pastry-chocolate factory in September, in the 17th arrondissement. Among the wonders available in stores, an excellent praline babka, created in 2020 and the result of a collaboration with another renowned chef, Philippe Conticini. And the good news is that it is now available. in mini version for small individual pleasures.
24, rue des Moines – 75017
Landemaine House
The artisanal and responsible bakery also markets a divine babka, braided by hand and filled with praline spread and hazelnut pieces. In XXL version (400 g), it is perfect for large tables. Only problem, you have to wait for the weekend to find it in store. A pleasure to be earned!
28, boulevard Beaumarchais – 75011
Mamiche
Bab, the brioche bar
Located in the 8th arrondissement, lovers of all kinds of brioche have made Bab their favorite gourmet spot for breakfast or afternoon tea. And the good news is that the first brioche bar in Paris also has a babka on its menu, in a classic chocolate version, or peanut paste and salted butter caramel. Addictive !
8, rue La Boétie – 75008
Babkazana
Opened in 2020, Babkazana devotes its entire menu to braided brioche. Chocolate-hazelnuts, pistachio-orange blossom or cinnamon-muscovado… Babka is available in all sauces for maximum indulgence. As soft as you want, the brioche dough is created in collaboration with the pastry chef Benoit Castel. No wonder she is one of the best in Paris!
65, rue Condorcet – 75009
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