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Best croissants in East Dulwich


Angharad_L

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goosey-goosey Wrote:

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> You are all wrong. The very best croissants I have

> tasted in the UK, as good as anything in France,

> are sold by The General Store on Bellenden Rd. Not

> exactly East Dulwich but worth the detour. I

> believe they are only available on weekends.


Well said Goosey Goosey. General Store serve croissants direct from the bike of the little bread pedlar. Arguably London's best croissant. Superb lamination. Genevieve also makes one of the best flat whites in all of the South East.

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I've tried General Store before. They were good.


However, they leave them next to the door to go cold and hard. This croissant positioning disturbs me!


Am currently trying a croissant in Blackbird Cafe. It's good but it's no Boulangerie Jade....


I will try La Scala next!


The great croissant debate of the middle classes rages on.

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Had a croissant today from Patisserie Valerie when out and about.


Not as good as Boulangerie Jade.


I haven't tried the Anderson's ones as they always look a bit small and squashed and sorry for themselves.


Hoxton Hotel do a great croissant, but it's a bit far to travel every morning.

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This thread is the BEST. Finally, I've found a community I can call home.


I've conducted tests on all the mainstream supermarket brands - Lidl is certainly a strong contender with a great aroma, hearty size and good rip-ability. Points off for flakiness though. Tesco is your best option if you enjoy a crunchier crossaint. It is Sainsbury's however, that wins it for me. Consistent crossaint goodness in every bite.


I look forward to branching out and testing all the named local establishments above.

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