Le Panier Pike Place

Order: Jambon de Mornay croissant, 1 napoleon and 2 Bagette to go. Or stay, if you're lucky enough to score a seat. Take in the smell of fresh baked goodness and the strong as stink espresso. This is my every Saturday trek from home and they never disappoint. I don't even mind the crowd. It's that good. The bagette has the perfect crisp crunch, and chewy airy middle. You can always tell how perfect bread is by how it sounds when you break off a piece and smell the toasty yeasty freshness. Vanilla Eclairs, buttery brioche, chocolate pear tarts oh MY!!! Thank goodness for butter, sugar and flour and the people who were genius enough to combine these simple ingredients into the best damn French bakery in Seattle. Snootiness not included. I love the French!!!