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1. Dominique Ansel Bakery in New York City

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Why you have to see it: The Cronut. People come from all over the country to get the doughnut-croissant hybrid, aka a gift from
the gods. The pastry is a perfect mix of crunchy and chewy, and will put a smile on anyones face. The small shop runs out of

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these gems around 11 a.m., but the shop will usually have its equally famous DKAs ready and waiting for you without a line, as well
as its tarts and cookies.

2. Tatte in Boston

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Why you have to see it: Tattes fruit and nut tarts are second to none, and the pastries are displayed so perfectly you wont even

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want to touch them.

3. Ptisserie Sadaharu Aoki in Tokyo and Paris

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Why you have to see it: Combining unique Japanese flavors with the art of French pastry making, Sadaharu Aoki knows how to

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make out of this world creations like the green matcha croissant or black sesame eclair that you cant find anywhere else.

4. Demel in Vienna

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Why you have to see it: Inside Demel, you can watch pastry chefs baking and decorating cakes as you enjoy a slice of your own.

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Theres also a cake museum hidden in the back.

5. Conditori La Glace in Copenhagen

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Why you have to see it: As soon as you enter Conditori La Glace, it feels like youve transported to another time and place. The

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oldest bakery in Copenhagen has beautiful window displays for every holiday; Christmas gets an especially opulent treatment.
Enjoy a slice of its famous cake and coffee with whipped cream.

6. Du Pain et des Idees in Paris

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Why you have to see it: The tiny bakery has arguably the best croissant in Paris, as well as every flavor of escargot you could
imagine. If youre not in the mood for a bite to eat, you might change your mind after smelling the bakerys fresh aromas.

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7. Czech Stop in West, Texas

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Why you have to see it: One word: kolaches. Located next to a gas station, this bakery doesnt seem like anything special until
you feast your eyes on the glorious carb-loaded case of kolaches, both sweet and savory. Do not miss the cream cheese
kolache. Theyre so good, they might as well be called killaches.

8. Pasticceria Marchesi in Milan

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Why you have to see it: Pasticceria Marchesi has five-star service and insanely beautiful decor thats hard to beat. You can enjoy
its fresh chocolates and brioche while walking through its unique antique shop upstairs.

9. Bakerbots in Toronto

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Why you have to see it: Bakerbots has mind-blowing, handcrafted ice cream sandwiches. You can choose your cookie and add

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ice cream flavors that range from burnt marshmallow to maple bacon.

10. e5 Bakehouse in London

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Why you have to see it: The small bakery offers an in-depth bread-making course so you can take home skills to impress all of
your friends. The bakery also offers a ton of savory sandwich and breakfast breads that would make anyone on Atkins cave.

11. Bourke Street Bakery in Sydney

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Why you have to see it: The shops multiple locations are a sign you shouldnt miss this place when youre in Sydney. Bourke
Street Bakery has the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and while it may not sound appetizing, the meat pie is hard to beat.

12. Gagou de Paris in Jerusalem

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Why you have to see it: This unassuming shops croissants give Paris a run for its money, and tend to leave New Yorkers and
Parisians speechless. The shop has every kind of pastry you could think of.

13. Tai Cheong Bakery in Hong Kong

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Why you have to see it: Everyone rants and raves about Tai Cheongs legendary egg tarts. Once you taste the silky smooth
dessert, you might be running down the streets of Hong Kong shoving these things in your mouth.

14. Conditorei Schober in Zurich

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Why you have to see it: You have a chance to feel like royalty in Caf Schober sitting on plush chairs laced in gold. Pair your

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dessert of choice with their mouthwatering hot chocolate, and enjoy a break from reality. The cafes pastry selection is a work of
art.

15. Pastis de Belm in Belm, Portugal

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Why you have to see it: Home of the original pastel de nata (custardy, crispy goodness), this bakery is one you cannot miss.
Servers pop these right out of the oven onto your plate and coat them with the perfect amount of powdered sugar.

16. Tartine in San Francisco

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Why you have to see it: People line up every day to nab a special loaf of Tartines country bread that quickly sells out. Its morning
buns and pies are incredible if you can survive the line. The San Francisco bakery is a must-see if youre craving something
sweet.

17. Konditorei und Cafe Buchwald in Berlin

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Why you have to see it: The Buchwald family has mastered the art of making the baumkuchen, a cake baked over an open flame
and coated in an apricot or chocolate drizzle. They package the cakes three at a time for you to take home with you.

18. Hafiz Mustafa 1864 in Istanbul

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Why you have to see it: Hafiz Mustafa has every flavor of Turkish delight you could possibly imagine, and its baklava melts in your
mouth. Itll probably be difficult to choose just a few things to have with your tea.

19. Boulangerie Guerin in Rio de Janeiro

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Why you have to see it: This bakery has some of the best fruit tarts youll ever taste just looking at the pastry cases alone
might make you faint. Its espresso has also been lauded for its excellent flavor.

20. Macrina Bakery in Seattle

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Why you have to see it: Macrina Bakery offers the best baked goods around, and some killer biscuits. You cannot miss the
decadent caramel turtle brownie when youre there.

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21. El Pan de la Chola in Lima, Peru

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Why you have to see it: Known as the coolest bakery in Peru, El Pan de la Chola has the best bread around. The place
specializes in four kinds of bread, and people everywhere flock to the store to get their share. Every loaf is handcrafted in the
back of the small bakery, and served with fresh Greek yogurt.

22. Cafe Savoy in Prague

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Why you have to see it: Walking into the bakery and cafe will make you feel like youve stepped into old Europe. With checkered
tiled floors and intricate molding, Cafe Savoy will make you feel like royalty. The Savoy Breakfast comes with hot chocolate and a
bread basket comprised of toast, coffee cakes, nut cake, butter, and jam: a carb lovers paradise.

23. Breads Bakery in New York City

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Why you have to see it: Israeli chef Uri Scheft knows how to make a mean loaf of bread. Breads Bakery in Union Square has
arguably the best Jewish pastries in the city. Its especially known for its gooey chocolate babka and pastries.

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24. Taxinge Slott Caf in Nykvarn, Sweden

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Why you have to see it: A CAKE BUFFET. Taxing Slott Caf has an actual cake buffet where you can choose any slice you like. It
even has a few pies and pastries mixed in, and you also get a tray to put everything on in case you go a little overboard. AND

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you cant forget that the caf is connected to a FREAKING CASTLE.

25. Henri Charpentier in Tokyo

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Why you have to see it: Pastry chef Henri Charpentie is known for his incredible cakes that are almost too beautiful to eat. Just

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walking into the shop to look at the intricate creations is a treat.

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