It’s no secret the French really know how to create exquisite pastries, cakes and breads, so before leaving for Biarritz I made sure I did a bit of research to find out what the patisserie situation would be. As you can imagine I was pretty excited by what awaited me at Miremont.
It’s a traditional tea room in downtown Biarritz that all started in the 1800s. They specialise in traditional recipes of pastries (the most decadent pain au raisin ever to touch my lips), chocolates, cakes (I should say gateaux), and even ice creams and sorbets.
Walking inside, I was quickly reminded of the Laudree tea house in Paris. There are many similarities from the rows of cakes all perfectly lined up, to the font used on the menu.
A hot tip – if you want to be able to make your selection from the widest range – arrive early! Once they’re gone for the day, they’re gone!
Our first trip there was quite early so I was able to take a walk up and down the displays admiring all the cakes in their glory before making a decision. Between the three of us, we decided on a chocolate éclair, a chocolate and raspberry tart, and a chocolate macaroon. The chocolate and raspberry tart was my favourite – the marriage of chocolate and raspberry is just a match made in heaven! The tartness of the raspberry perfectly complements the intense dark chocolate.
A second visit was required, this time opting for a plain chocolate tart (decorated with a gold leaf) and a glazed raspberry and pistachio slice. The chocolate tart was delicious and very similar to the chocolate and raspberry one from the previous visit, but needed that raspberry kick. And I’m not too much of a fan of glazed things, so I didn’t steal too much of Chris’ raspberry slice, but it was still pretty good.
Tinks purchased some pretty handmade chocolates flavoured with earl gray tea which were quite glorious – and priced accordingly!
Miremont also serve lunch made up of things like finger sandwiches and salads, but I think it’s definitely the place for all things sweet! The tea selection looked pretty good, but we never made it that far!
Visit Miremont at 1 Bis, place Clémenceau 64200 Biarritz. Open every day from 9am to 8pm.
Anita @ Leave Room for Dessert
August 5, 2009 at 7:21 pm
What a great range of sweets! I love the look of the chocolate eclair and chocolates….
Anita
August 7, 2009 at 5:47 pm
Yum! I wish I lived so close to France. Every single dessert you guys chose looks so good. Massive food envy happening here. xx
sonoma hotels
September 24, 2009 at 9:17 pm
Hi nice site design
Regards
Mainn
pet gear stroller
October 22, 2009 at 5:32 pm
This is the best post on this topic i have ever read.
Regards
Pitter
Lemon
cash loans
October 30, 2009 at 11:56 pm
Hmmm interesting stuff
fast payday loans
November 14, 2009 at 6:59 pm
Interesting … as always – is your blog making any cash advance ?
payday loans
January 2, 2010 at 9:34 pm
Just wanted to say thanks for this.
canon binoculars
January 10, 2010 at 1:11 am
I was looking for crucial information on this subject. The information was important as I am about to launch my own portal. Thanks for providing a missing link in my business.
Online Tutor
January 14, 2010 at 5:32 am
I was looking for crucial information on this subject. The information was important as I am about to launch my own portal. Thanks for providing a missing link in my business.
cash back blastoff
January 16, 2010 at 11:10 am
Took me time to read all the comments, but I really enjoyed the article. It proved to be Very helpful to me and I am sure to all the commenters here! It’s always nice when you can not only be informed, but also entertained! I’m sure you had fun writing this article.
ben cummings
January 18, 2010 at 6:20 am
undefined
ladies watches uk
January 20, 2010 at 7:44 pm
Nice to be visiting your blog again, it has been months for me. Well this article that i’ve been waited for so long. I need this article to complete my assignment in the college, and it has same topic with your article. Thanks, great share.