Dish Cult Dines: All you can eat at Paldo Korean Buffet
16 Jan 2023
16 Jan 2023
Auckland is home to some of the best French cafés in all of the country; there is nothing we love more than visiting our favourite spots.
With travel up in the air, satisfy those Parisian coffee cravings and head along to one of Auckland’s most beloved French spots.
One of the city’s most authentic French cafés and Devonport’s best-kept secrets is Chateaubriant. The neighbourhood épicerie-deli-café-charcuterie is unique in every way and a beloved location of locals and visitors. Satisfy your French food cravings with genuine crêpes sprinkled with sugar, French fennel hotdogs, Chausson aux Pommes, croissant pudding, and so much more. Chateaubriant makes its bread fresh every day; the smell alone is enough to get your stomach rumbling, from la baguettes, le tradi, le sourdough and le whole grain. If you love Chateaubriant as much as we do, you can buy supplies in-store and remake your favourite dishes at home.
Take a trip out to Browns Bay and bask in the heavenly cuisine at La Tropezienne. Enjoy French delicacies right on your doorstep; this café and bakery are unbeatable. For those of you with a big appetite, the la trop big breakfast is the dish for you; have eggs your way on a toasted croissant, with bacon, mushrooms, tomatoes and wedges. Or, go for the Croque monsieur, which is a genuine French-style toasted sandwich with ham, cheese, béchamel sauce and a mixed salad on the side. The baked goods are authentic, decadent and unforgettable. Faun over a selection of classic treats like palmiers, Mille-Feuilles, a rainbow of macarons, Paris Brest, and so much more.
La Petite Fourchette is a sweet tooth’s heaven; the authentic French pâtissier specialises in all things delicious. We’re talking classic croissants, macarons, la fraise and le Paris Brest with choux pastry, praline mousseline and candied pistachios. La Petite Fourchette is a breath of fresh air. The flavours and traditions of French patisserie and brought to life in this sleek and sophisticated spot. Indulge in delicacies like croissant jambon, salmon eclairs, croque monsieur and le jambon beurre. The latter pairs champagne ham with Emmental and salted butter. The brunch menu consists of oeufs benedict, omelettes, ratatouille and French toast. We recommend starting with something savoury, then working your way through the sweet options with a cup of Parisian tea on the side.
On the famous Vulcan Lane sits a romantic, welcoming French café by the name of Le Chef. The exposed brick walls, quaint outdoor seating, and authentic cuisine create an unforgettable experience. Travel across the world with one step through the front door and one bite into a pain au chocolat. Bring the family out for a leisurely breakfast or visit solo for some well-deserved brioche pain perdu; French toast with fresh fruit, cherry compote and maple syrup. Other mouth-watering options are the omelette du chef, with mushrooms, goat cheese, salsa and spinach. For a quick bite to eat, opt for a croissant or pain au raisins.
Little French Pastry Café is a modern French-inspired eatery that brings people together to experience the best of the best. Specialising in French desserts and sugary goodness, you’ll be treated to the wonders of Jewel-toned macarons, the infamous Mille-Feuilles, mini tarts and passionfruit panna cotta. Located in the sunny suburb of Point Chevalier, you can stroll to the beach and enjoy your treats with a view. Sink your teeth into a buttery crumbed almond croissant or a pain au chocolat. Balance the sweet flavour with a rich cup of coffee, the perfect palette cleanser. For those of you who are savoury-inclined, the savoury Danish is a beautiful creation made with spinach, feta, roasted capsicum, ham, cheese, mushrooms and a blue cheese sauce.
