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On January 30 we celebrate the International Croissant Day, one of the quintessential pastry pieces that we all recognize and that although with French roots, little by little it has been positioning itself until it has become one of the most consumed and internationally recognized delicacies. Castellanized as ‘cruasán’, no wonder it even has a day of its own, as few are able to resist this crunchy textured delight, butter scent and a particular versatility between sweet and salty that has made the croissant a unique piece, perfect to consume almost at any time of the day.
At first glance, the croissant or croissant It looks like a piece of pastry without many pretensions, no fillings, or exotic ingredients, without complex shapes or elaborate finishes, but it may be precisely in that apparent simplicity where the key to its success lies: “On the one hand it is a very simple bun but at the same time very complicated. It seems like a very easy recipe to make, but in reality it is not easy to get a puff pastry with just the right point of crunchiness in all the layers ”, he assures Moncho Lopez, alma mater of Mother Yeast.
“Without it, brunches, breakfasts and even snacks would not be the same. When combined with almost everything, it can be taken at any time of the day”Moncho continues.
Today Summum, we bring you several places to delight and celebrate the International Croissant Day with proposals to suck our fingers. A succulent delicacy that few can resist.
Oriol Balaguer
¿Donde?
The Little Duke
Fernando VI Street, 2
28OO4 — Madrid
91 3O8 O2 31
In 1914, The Little Duke opens on Calle Fernando VI and begins the story of an emblematic patisserie in Madrid, distinguished by its desserts and artisan sweets.
One hundred years later, in 2015 the emblematic patisserie closed its doors to re-open 2015 with the help of Oriol Balaguer, which resumed the project with the aim of maintaining the tradition.
Their showcases full of good work stimulate the most demanding palates. In its menu, we find three different varieties of croissants: Classic, Praline o Almonds, both in small and medium size.
Mother Yeast
¿Donde?
Mother Yeast
Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 92
28001 — Madrid
+34 911 45 76 91
Those of Mother Yeast “They have the perfect balance between sweet and salty,” he tells us. Moncho Lopez. We can consume it with sweets such as jams or chocolates or with salty foods such as cold cuts or cheeses. In addition, there is the sensory experience that supposes to notice “the crunchy crunchy of each one of its layers. I would say that not eating a croissant in bites is a crime, ”says the artisan.
Selected raw materials, ecological and sustainable, artisanal production processes and, ultimately, things done well, are some of the keys to the success of Mother Yeast, which also has several ‘coffee bakeries’ in which the customer can feel at home. With more than a dozen stores in the capital, here you will find a perfect classic croissant to accompany almost any food.
Chocolate Mill
¿Donde?
Chocolate Mill
Alcalá street 77
28009 — Madrid
+34 91 431 81 45
At number 77 Calle Alcalá in Madrid, we meet un corner that invites you to dream to taste. Fruit of the passion of the young pastry chef Ricardo Velez (assistant chef and owner), this pastry shop has established itself as one of the points of reference of sweet gastronomy in the capital, since it opened its doors in 2006.
In the letter of Chocolate Mill They present us with a wide range of unforgettable desserts, small gourmet whims and pieces of pastries, including croissants. Made with fresh butter and baked from Tuesday to Sunday in the store itself, there are classics and filled with chocolate. The latter, made with Guajana chocolate (70% cocoa) from the prestigious cocoa firm Valrhona.
All a tribute to the senses.
Mama Framboise
¿Donde?
Mama Framboise
Fernando VI Street, 23
28004 — Madrid
+34 913 914 364
En Mama Framboise it works with the objective of recover gastronomic romanticism and the quality of the pastry in our country. Alejandro Montes, creator and co-founder of the brand together with Humberto Sanchez, is the living example of a pastry chef who breathes dedication, humility and respect for his profession.
With 8 establishments in the capital, among the proposals on its menu there is no shortage of cakes and tartlets, puff pastry, cakes, macarons and of course pastries.
Mama Framboise’s croissants are one of the iconic products of the brand, made with natural products and 100% butter. Light and tasty pieces with a wide variety since, in addition to the originals, they have other varieties such as the almond filled with almond cream and sprinkled with slices of these; The chocolate, filled with chocolate cream and covered with cocoa 55% purity; or the raspberry, stuffed with jam and sprinkled with almond sticks, iced sugar and powdered raspberry.
Manolo bakes
¿Donde?
Manolo bakes
Calle Conde de Peñalver, 68
28006 — Madrid
+34 91 401 39 28
Other irresistible and possibly one of the most famous in the capital are the renowned «Manolitos».Manolo bakes was born with the aim of combining the best of artisan and traditional pastry with the freshness and innovation of a young and creative team, and today they have succeeded.
Los Manolitos by Manolo bakes They are mini croissants made from slowly fermented puff pastry. From the classic one, the one with cocoa, with fine lines of dark chocolate, the one with three chocolates o the one with white chocolate until your variety is salty with fillings such as chicken and avocado, gran reserva ham or salmon and dill, they are some of the most popular.
It has 4 stores in the capital and a satisfactory expansion plan with at least 4 other stores. Your freshly made products, your catering service at home and their recognized image has led them to the most gratifying recognition of their clients: repeating over and over.
Isabel Maestre
¿Donde?
Café Bristrot by Isabel Maestre
El Corte Ingles
Serrano Street, 47
28001 — Madrid
+34 917 045 472
With more than 35 years of experience in the sector and a sophisticated taste for things well done, Isabel Maestre has become an unmistakable symbol of delicate dishes and renewed traditions.
In addition to their Haute Cuisine catering service, since 2017 they have their Cafe Bistrot in El Corte Inglés on Madrid’s Serrano street. A European-style atmosphere with the most careful details, which reflects the search for good taste and know-how. In this space you will find products to drink right there, or to take away: among which stand out a delight of croissants, in addition to light food, custom-made dishes, confectionery, pastries, etc. An offer with which they invite anyone to immerse themselves in the universe of the Traditional Haute Cuisine.