Located at the junction of Monaco-Ville and La Condamine a visit to L'Épi d'Or sees guests greeted by warm hospitality and an array of Pastries good enough for the Prince, as proudly displayed on window signage facing the entrance.
Independently owned for over sixty years, a third generation of the Pani family now responsible for loaves, Viennoiserie and Choux, midday arrival found a Pain au Chocolate par to those in Paris while soggy Canele fell far short of those in Bordeaux.
Taking a chance on Paris Brest, correct shape and texture needlessly muddling the flavor of Hazelnuts with a Cream layer, anyone visiting should be sure to lay down €6 for a large Monegasque Fougasse loaded with floral notes, Almonds, Pralines and Anise. read more