With winter fast approaching, we canât think of a better way to warm up than with a delicious, warm, fresh pastry. Fortunately, Halifax is teeming with bakeries and patisseries to satisfy your craving for warm, buttery, flaky goodness.
Next time your sweet tooth hits, donât let it go to waste. Skip the day old Tim Hortons cookie you bought yesterday and head over to one of these bakeries, which are sure to realize all of your wildest baked-good dreams.
1. The Old Apothecary Bakery and CafĂŠ // 1549 Barrington St.
This adorable Barrington cafĂŠ is a Halifax favourite, not only for their delicious pastries (their croissants melt in your mouth!!), but also for the charming dĂŠcor. If youâve ever wanted to take your coffee while seating in a bathtub, nowâs your chance!
2. Sweet Hereafter // 6148 Quinpool Rd.
Cheesecake lovers, this oneâs for you. These guys do one thing, and they do it well. Sweet Hereafter offers a huge variety of different flavoured cheesecakes, so youâre bound to have trouble choosing which one to try first!
3. Layers Cupcakes // 1276 Barrington St.
As soon as you step off Barrington and into this little bakery, youâll be transported into a world where everything is made of sugar and spice and everything nice. This charming little spot takes pride in making the most delicious and most beautiful cupcakes in the city. Youâre lying to yourself if you think youâre walking out of there without at least half a dozen.
4. Two If By Sea // 1869 Upper Water St.
The little sister of their bigger location in Dartmouth, Two If By Sea at the Historic Properties is the perfect place to grab a famously delicious, buttery croissant and a coffee to go, and sit out on the waterfront and enjoy your treats with the beauty of the ocean in front of you.
5. Gingerbread Haus Bakery // 1138 Queen St.
Gingerbread Haus has it all: pastries, cakes, freshly baked bread, and of course, gingerbread men! No matter what you get, youâre guaranteed to be wanting more of it. Rarely do people come in here and leave with just one treat.
6. Julienâs Patisserie, Bakery and CafĂŠ // 5517 Young St.
Julienâs is a quaint, French-inspired cafĂŠ that does not disappoint. People come for the fresh, warm bread, and stay for the delicious tarts, brioches, and charming atmosphere. They also know how to serve up a mean cup of coffee, which is not always easy to find.
7. Smithâs Bakery and CafĂŠ // 2525 Agricola St.
This North End gem the kind of place that makes you feel like youâre part of the family: the staff are so warm and welcoming, all the goods are visibly fresh and warm, and the vibe is awesome. And their made-to-order cakes are so decadent!
8. Le French Fix Patisserie // 5233 Prince St.
Escape the maritimes and be transported to Paris in this little shop. Their specialty? Macarons that will rival those actually made in Paris. Their huge selection of flavours will have your mouth watering in no time.
9. Scanway Bakery and CafĂŠ // 1505 Barrington St.
Donut lovers, this one goes out to you. Scanway is famous for them, and we just canât get enough. With flavours that change daily, like maple bacon, triple chocolate and sâmore, these rich and delicious donuts, baked fresh every morning, are the perfect pick-me-up on any day.
10. 24 Carrots Bakery // 3200 Kempt St.
Itâs in their name: these people know carrot cake. From cupcakes or full-sized cakes, 24 Carrots delivers every time with moist, rich carrot cake and the most delicious cream cheese icing youâve ever tasted to top it off. They also have tasty little treats for those of us that arenât huge fans of carrot in their dessert, like their delicious Nanaimo Bar.
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11. Odellâs Gluten Free Bakery and CafĂŠ // 3555 Robie St.
Gluten-free friends, rejoice! This sweet spot serves up a variety of tasty treats like pastries, scones, sandwiches and more, much of which is vegan, and all of which is gluten free!