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1. 10. 8. Pecan Pie at Vi's for Pies This diner serves a wide selection of pies and cakes, all made with fresh and all-natural ingredients. You’re in for a slice of heaven with any flavour here, but a particular favourite is the Pecan Pie. 13408 Stony Plain Rd., 780-4540-4300. 9. Christmas Cake at Bon Ton Bakery This bakery has been offering homemade breads, fine cakes, and pastries for over 60 years in Edmonton, including their holiday staple: Christmas Cake! The recipe for this sweet tradition hasn’t changed in all that time and is still loaded with delicious dried fruits and nuts. 8720-149 St., 780-489-7177. bonton.ca 10. Paris-Brest at Passion de France Enjoy the classic strawberry tarts, layered cakes, macarons, and so much more in this elegant and cozy bakery. The Paris- 3. 7. 11. 13. Brest is a delicacy with flaky pastry stuffed with a praline cream and topped with almond slivers. 11812-86 Ave., 780- 257-2092. passiondefrance.ca Croissant is a must-try. 10038-116 St., 780-760-0717. facebook.com/arnosPastry 11. Man’s Man Cookie at Sugared & Spiced This new bakery offers unique flavours of cakes, cookies, meringues, and more! The Man's Man Cookie combines chocolate chips, peanut butter, and bacon! Or try out the special Girl's Night In Cookie creation that features chocolate, caramel, and raspberry dessert wine. 10334-82 Ave., 780-244-2253. sugaredandspiced.ca 13. Croissant at Chocorrant Pâtisserie + Café Chocorrant puts a unique spin on classic treats like the croissant and danish. Indulge in the unique croissant flavours at Chocorrant, including Matcha Almond, Cookies and Cream, and Banana Nutella! 10328-124 St., 780-908-2253. chocorrant.com w 12. Chocolate Almond Croissant at Arno’s Fine French Pastry After selling his fine French pastries at farmers’ markets throughout the city, Arnaud Valade finally has a permanent space of his own. The heavenly Chocolate Almond NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2017 // where.ca 19