Popular French bakery, The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie is opening a new cafe in Tanjong Katong to serve the residents in the East of Singapore.

Known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse community, and a thriving food scene with popular food spots including Supernova, Little Rogue Coffee, Punggol Nasi Lemak, Tanjong Katong is a charming neighborhood on the eastern side of Singapore.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie is the latest addition to the enclave and it is located at 350 Tanjong Katong Road, along the same stretch as Little Rogue Coffee. It will be soft opening to the public on 22 Jul 2023 at 11am.

Established at 16 Hamilton Road in May 2022, The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie just celebrated her first anniversary not long ago.

Unlike their original location which is just a takeaway space, the new outlet in Tanjong Katong will be a full-fledged cafe with a capacity of 40 pax and it will be offering hot dishes, drinks, pastries and desserts.

Specialising in viennoiserie—the ‘bridge’ between pâtisserie and French bread—The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie dishes out amazing bakes fresh from the oven every day.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s Classic French Croissant is excellent. It is light and airy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Definitely one of the best croissants we’ve had in Singapore. We also love their Almond Croissant and Kouign-amann.

The Lunar, a crescent-shaped croissant, is The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s iconic pastry and a must-try when you are here. Filled with Masarpone mousse and chocolate ganache made of Valrhona Manjari Dark 64% Cocoa, The Lunar tastes as good as it looks.

The little ones will definitely love the Bunny Madeline (S$5) which comes in the form of a cute bunny.

Salt bread is all the rage in Japan and South Korea right now and we are thrilled to see it here. Topped with truffle salt, the Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s rendition is as soft as it should be, and it comes with a generous helping of truffle paste and butter.

On to the hot dishes that you can find at The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie. The Croissant with Turkey Ham and Scrambled Eggs (S$16.80) was disappointing as the scrambled eggs were overcooked, but we would definitely recommend the Croque Madame (S$13.80) which came with a cube pastry as the base for this dish.

The hot dishes include a regular hot drink.

An exclusive item to the new outlet, the Croissant Ice Cream is definitely one for the gram and perfect for the hot weather.

If you love cinnamon buns, you have to get your hands on these beauties.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie
350 Tanjong Katong Road
Singapore 437116
Operational hours: 8.30am – 5pm

Buttery, flaky and absolutely delicious, a good croissant is a real treat. This classic French pastry is easily one of the most recognizable symbols of France.

There are many excellent artisan bakeries which offer really good croissants in Singapore. It’s really nice that we don’t have to simply dream about heading to Paris for some really good pastries and croissants when there are such amazing options available in Singapore.

Now, make some time to try out these places. We hope you find your new favourites!

ALICE BOULANGERIE

Conveniently located in the Tanjong Pagar, Alice Boulangerie is a space which we would consider to be relatively Nordic and minimalistic, with simple wooden and rattan furniture and classy pendant lamps. No frills about its decor, but most definitely cosy enough for some quiet me-time, a simple lunch meeting, a date and a wonderful spot to simply lay back and relax. With an impressive culinary and baking team, you are set for great food and bakes.

From the classic plain Croissant, to Pain Au Chocolat, and their iconic bi-coloured croissants, it goes without saying that everyone comes to Alice Boulangerie for their famous croissants. You’d be sorry to leave without trying one!

Alice Boulangerie’s croissants come with the most gorgeous and on-point honeycomb structure. Absolutely stunning, flaky and buttery with every bite.

Alice Boulangerie
12 Gopeng St, #01-05/11 Icon Village
Singapore 078877
Tel: +65 8874 3300

BAKERY BRERA

Located just behind Empress Road Food Centre, Bakery Brera is one of the most popular bakeries in Singapore which is known for freshly-made bread, croissants, cruffins and burnt cheese cake.

Helmed by passionate owners Jacky Chan and his wife, Thrina, Bakery Brera revolutionises the concept of neighbourhood bakeries. Gone are the days of overly-sweet yet flavourless sliced cakes and Swiss rolls!

Bakery Brera
#01-05, 8 Empress Road
Singapore 260008
Tel: +65 6492 5428
Tue to Sun: 7am – 7pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Farrer Road

BAKER & COOK

The brainchild of famous baker, Dean Brettschneider, Baker & Cook is home to yummy buttery croissant, and pastries.

The crisp layers of this croissant flake away nicely as you bite into it and it tastes buttery without being overly greasy!

Baker & Cook has twelve outlets in Singapore and you can find them in many neighbourhoods in Singapore.

30C Loewen Rd, Singapore 248839
Tel: +65 6251 1098

BROTHERBIRD BAKEHOUSE

Popular croissant bakery, Brotherbird Bakehouse offers an array of beautiful croissants including Rocher Croissant, Mentaiko Prawn Twice-Baked, and Churros Croissant.

Crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside, Brotherbird Bakehouse’s Croissants intrigue with their multi-flavoured creations.

Brotherbird Bakehouse
Raffles City Shopping Centre
252 North Bridge Rd, Singapore 179103
#B1-67
Daily: 11am – 9pm

Photo credit: Cedric Grolet

CÉDRIC GROLET

World-renowned pastry chef Cédric Grolet is opening his first patisserie in Asia and it will be located at Como Orchard.

You have probably seen Cédric Grolet’s legendary croissants on social media before. Queues outside the Cédric Grolet Opéra regularly last for hours and you are lucky if you can get your hands on the croissants and pastries.

Open for breakfast and afternoon tea, dine-in or takeaway, Cédric Grolet Singapore will be offering a range of desserts, pastries, sandwiches and Singapore exclusives including a special tea menu.

Cédric Grolet Singapore
COMO Orchard
Bideford Rd, Singapore 229922

CARPENTER & COOK

Located in a quiet street along Lorong Kilat, Carpenter & Cook is a friendly and homely neighbourhood bakery cafe which doles out some really delicious croissants. In particular, their Almond Croissant was an absolute delight to bite into with a crunchy, almond-topped exterior. Then when you hit the pastry, it’s so decadent and buttery that you just can’t stop eating!

They are one of the OG bakery cafes in Singapore and it’s not hard to figure out why they have been around for so many years.

Carpenter and Cook
19 Lorong Kilat
#01-06 Singapore

CROWN BAKERY & CAFE

Nestled amongst residences at Bukit Timah is Crown Bakery & Cafe. Established in 2015, Crown Bakery & Cafe offered bread and bakes made with the very best of ingredients from all around the globe. This includes Hokkaido Kitanokaori flour, German sourdough and the creamiest French butter; no artificial flavours or ingredients at all!

Despite it being but a plain pastry, Crown Bakery & Cafe’s Croissant is packed with the taste of fresh butter. The layers fall apart upon biting into it and it is deliciously flaky and flavourful.

Crown Bakery & Cafe
557 Bukit Timah Road
#01-03 Crown Centre
Singapore 269694
Tel: +65 6463 3066

ENJOUÉ BAKERY

Not to be confused with the infamous Euphorique Bakery that has been embroiled in countless sagas on the internet, this is the original Enjoué Bakery that serves amazing freshly baked bread, tarts and yes, croissants! The almond croissant from this under-the-radar bakery is sweet, super buttery and flaky—hallmarks of a great croissant.

Enjoué Bakery
29 International Business Park Road
#01-2a&2b, Acer Building
Tel: 9191 6145

KEONG SAIK BAKERY

Known for its amazing array of modern pastries and cakes with local flavours, Keong Saik Bakery has opened its second outlet at Chip Bee Gardens, next to RedMan Gourmand at the end of Jalan Merah Saga.

From the classic French Butter Croissant, to Black Sesame Croissant, Rocher Croissant and its crowd-pleaser Sor Hei pastry, you can certainly find something that suits your taste bud.

44 Jln Merah Saga, #01-42
Singapore 278116

LA LEVAIN

Located at 23 Hamilton Road near Jalan Besar and Lavender, La Levain is a new bakery cafe by pastry chef, Wythe Ng who used to work at Keong Saik Bakery & Bakery Brera.

Other than the classic bakes, La Levain also has an array of Double Baked Croissants such as Hojicha Mochi Croissant, Burnt Cheese Croissant as well as its signature Bo Bo Cha Cha Croissant.

La Levain
23 Hamilton Road
Singapore 209193

LE MATIN PATISSERIE

Helmed by Chef Mohamed Al-Matin who has previously worked at Noma, Restaurant Andre, Black Star Pastry, Zumbo, Le Matin Patisserie has recently opened a flagship outlet at ION Orchard.

Le Matin Patisserie serves top-notch French pastries including their signature croissants, Kougn Amann, and Pain Au Chocolat. Chocolate lovers will love the Pain Au Chocolat which was stuffed with Valrhona dark chocolate and came with a molten chocolatey center.

2 Orchard Turn, B2-49 ION ORCHARD
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 8030 7303

MOTHER DOUGH

This Muslim-run bakery serves one of the best croissants in Singapore. With a extra-crispy exterior, the inside of Mother Dough’s croissant is beautifully layered. It tastes distinctly of creamy butter with a hint of salt.

Mother Dough also serves delicious almond croissants such as their Almond Chocolate Croissant that is spiced with a bit of cinnamon. They’re super delicious and indulgent pastries you can’t resist sinking your teeth into!

Mother Dough
749 North Bridge Road #01-01
Singapore 198717

PATISSERIE G

Homegrown patisserie, Patisserie G is known for their stellar pastries, desserts as well as excellent cups of coffee. This flaky croissant is a picture-perfect rendition of this French classic.

Patisserie G
9 Raffles Boulevard
#01-40 Millenia Walk
Singapore 039596

PETIT PAIN

A small batch bakery in Joo Chiat, Petit Pain is quite possibly one of the most famous croissant shops in Singapore. There is a perpetual long queue outside the bakery every day for their croissants.

Petit Pain’s croissant is certainly a labour of love we enjoyed to the fullest. We love how the pastry had a slight saltiness from the sea salt added to it. It was certainly one of the best croissants we have ever tried in Singapore.

Petit Pain
315 Joo Chiat Road
Singapore 427566

SUGAR THIEVES

A hidden patisserie along Kreta Ayer, Sugar Thieves has been steadily growing its fanbase over the years, not just for its pretty cakes but their ever-changing seasonal mini croissant flavours. Think Houjicha, Hokkaido Milk, Mao Shan Wang Durian and even Truffle Parmesan Croissants.

Sugar Thieves
Blk 333, #01-23
Kreta Ayer Road
Singapore 080333

TIONG BAHRU BAKERY

A household name for croissants, viennoiserie, pastries, Tiong Bahru Bakery needs no introduction. Apart from their already sinful buttery plain croissant is their signature Kouign-amann. Just a bite will send you spiralling, craving for seconds (and thirds).

56 Eng Hoon St, #01-70
Singapore 160056
Tel: +65 6220 3430

THE BREAD RACK

The Bread Rack is an artisan bakery cafe near Serangoon and Kovan which specialises in freshly-baked sourdough, croissants and baguette.

We had the Butter Croissant (S$3.8) and Almond Croissant (S$4.8). The crisp layers flaked away nicely as you bit into the super buttery and airy croissants.

The Bread Rack certainly has one of the best croissants you can get in Singapore.

The Bread Rack
9 Yio Chu Kang Rd
#01-55, Space@Kovan 545523
Tel: +65 8875 5407

THE LUNAR RABBIT BOULANGERIE

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie is a new French bakery which specialises in viennoiserie—the ‘bridge’ between pâtisserie and French bread.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s executive baker & owner, Elaine graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Tokyo and she worked in a French-Japanese bakery in Singapore before starting out The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie on her own.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s Classic French Croissant is excellent. It is light and airy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Definitely one of the best croissants we’ve had in Singapore. We also love their Almond Croissant and Kouign-amann.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie
16 Hamilton Road, #01-02
Singapore 209186

Last month, Délifrance Singapore launched a seasonal menu of two special croissant burger, mini cheesecakes and profiteroles. The good news is they are staying for a while more!

Now, wait for it. On top of the extension, Délifrance Singapore will be launching the Chicken Rendang Croissant Burger (S$12.90/set) on 23 May 2017, available until 3 July 2017.

You get a generous amount of Rendang chicken in your croissant burger and every bite is ultra-satisfying! Here is what we love about this exciting new addition!

Délifrance Singapore is a household name known for affordable, impeccable French pastries. To excite the Singapore audience, the brand has introduced the Chicken Rendang Croissant Burger.

Incorporating local flavours into Western dishes is something that many Singaporeans can appreciate. Using spices and flavours from classic Singaporean dishes gives us a comforting feeling and this new croissant burger will not disappoint.

The rendang flavour was spot on and the spices were very well-balanced. The juicy cubes of chicken are evenly bathed in the sauce and every burger comes with a very satisfying portion of chicken rendang.

Together with the buttery and flaky croissant bun, every bite sent us straight to rendang heaven. It really reminds us of digging into chicken rendang with some freshly made roti prata.

In case the kids are worried, the rendang is also not too spicy so everyone can enjoy this. Wash the robust rendang flavours down with the cup of Iced Orange Blossom Tea. This refreshing tea gives a nice, sweet and citrusy ending to a gratifying meal.

You know what? Just go for the Chicken Rendang Croissant set (S$12.90) because it comes with two Pandan Madeleines and cup of the Hot Orange Blossom Tea.

This post is brought to you by Délifrance Singapore.

Délifrance is a familiar name to Singaporeans. It is an established bakery loved for their fresh bakes such as croissants, baguettes and other French pastries.

With a whole list of outlets islandwide, you can find a Délifrance outlet near you effortlessly. If you haven’t visited in a while, you should.

From 11 April to 22 May 2017, Délifrance will be launching two new croissant burgers that will definitely excite you. The two choices are Chicken Teriyaki Croissant Burger (S$9.90) and Turkey Meltz Croissant Burger (S$10.90), both with its own unique features and taste.

The Croissant burger have got us pumped up because we have always been fans of their classic croissants and this is like good ol’ croissants levelling up! How can we say no? Here is what you are going to miss out on if you do head down to your nearest Délifrance outlet.

CHICKEN TERIYAKI CROISSANT BURGER

The Chicken Teriyaki Croissant Burger (S$9.90) won us over even before we tried it. Just think about it—thick juicy chicken thigh marinated in teriyaki, sitting on top of a croissant burger base with lettuce and freshly sliced tomatoes and topped with a gorgeous poached egg. If you are lucky, you might even get a golden runny yolk center!

We were impressed by the marination of the chicken thigh. The teriyaki flavours were prominent and the chicken was extremely tender. And we never thought teriyaki chicken would pair so well with poached eggs! The contrasting textures made the burger a joy in every bite.

You should also add a hot/ iced Orange Blossom Tea and make it a set meal (S$14.90), which comes complete with a Mini Classic Cheesecake.

If you are dining with a partner, grab any 2 croissant burgers, 2 Orange Blossom Teas and 2 Mini Classic Cheesecakes for just S$25.

TURKEY MELTZ CROISSANT BURGER

Do not be intimidated by the Turkey Meltz Croissant Burger. It might look like a mess but trust us, it is worth digging into.

A lean minced patty made of 100% turket meat is wrapped around oozy cheese, breaded then fried. When you cut through the burger, you will uncover the treasure—a generous cheesy center, piping hot and flavourful in every bite, with a lingering saltiness that is actually pretty damn addictive.

CUTE LI’L PROFITEROLES

Together with the launch of the new croissant burgers, you can also expect a medley of colourful profiteroles (sesame, vanilla and green tea)—3 pcs at S$6, 6pcs at S$12, 30pcs at S$55.

Because profiteroles shouldn’t be confined to just vanilla cream. It deserves a makeover and some fun, too!

MINI CHEESECAKES

And we have mini cheesecakes in classic and matcha flavours (1 pc at S$2.80 and 6 pcs at S$13.80). Well, they are the same cheesecakes that come in the set for your croissant burger.

We are thrilled to share that the cheesecakes are dense and creamy. The taste of matcha is subtle, while the classic remains satisfying with its savoury cheesy taste. The petite size of these cheesecakes also makes it a perfect dessert so you can avoid the dreaded post-meal “food coma”!

You can start enjoying these awesome new additions from 11 April 2017 all the way until 22 May 2017 at all Délifrance outlets in Singapore.

PS. A little blue bird told us that there is going to be a sequel to this croissant burger launch. New flavour awaits in May, but for now, you really have to try these April editions!

This post is brought to you by Délifrance Singapore.

Back in the 90′s when we were growing up, cafes were a luxury and if we could have a croissant or a danish, we would be happy for the entire week. There were not many options then, and we say with certainty that most of us grew up with Délifrance.

In our memories, the French-style cafe was the closest we could get to Paris, and the baguettes and croissants were favourites that filled our hearts with glee. Today, cafes are aplenty and French bakes and sweets are commonly found, but Délifrance still holds a special place in our hearts. For one, the familiarity is ever comforting.

Recently, Délifrance has just relaunched the heritage croissant – an enriched version of its signature butter croissant – as well as four new croissant flavours. They reminded us of how Délifrance holds true to the French’s baking philosophies, and with the heritage croissants bagging home several awards, we are heartened to know that the French cafe will stay to impress many more generations.

We are also giving away 3 X S$50 Délifrance vouchers. More details of the giveaway at the end of this post. Here, we share Délifrance’s new croissant lineup that are available at all 30 Délifrance outlets in Singapore, and some promotional prices to tempt you further.

For many of us who grew up with Délifrance, we would be familiar with the signature butter croissant. And you would think not further than it being your childhood reward, but Délifrance has gone one step further now. It is not just a mere croissant; it is an award-winning croissant.

To pay homage to the Heritage Croissant, the taste is improved by using top quality French ingredients such as finely milled premium wheat flour from Grands Moulins de Paris (GMP), fresh butter from Brittany, and certified Label Rouge eggs. To put it simply, Délifrance’s new heritage croissants are now tastier, healthier and crispier.

Don’t just take our words for it. Délifrance’s Heritage Croissants even received three Golden Stars – the highest honour awarded to exceptional products scoring 90 marks and above – in a blind taste test by a panel of experts from the world-renowned International Taste & Quality Institute (iTQi) in Brussels.

And for your tasting pleasure, Délifrance now has five different Croissants that are good for any time of the day. Sweet or savoury, you take your pick.

PLAIN HERITAGE CROISSANT (S$2.50 till 28 Feb/ U.P S$2.90)

So this is the star of the show. Try it for yourself to believe its buttery and flaky goodness. If you are lucky enough to be at Délifrance just when they have baked a fresh batch of Heritage Croissant, you will be rewarded with a warm and healthy croissant that is fresh from the oven and so very fragrant. Cut it up and you will see a beautiful layered bread that boasts a pale yellow shade, with the steam releasing from within and perfuming the air with a rich, buttery smell; we are in heaven.

Otherwise, the regular croissants still taste crispy and flakes while you eat. Grab a cup of coffee for a quintessential Parisian breakfast, and you are set to achieve great things for the day ahead.

ALMOND POULET (LIMITED TIME OFFER S$7.50)

The Heritage Croissant also comes in two savoury flavours that are filling and suffice as a full meal. The Almond Poulet (S$7.50), as the name suggests, is served with chicken and sprinkled with almond. It is the same buttery croissant, sliced in the middle and generously filled with grilled chicken slices and fresh greens, then finished with almond toppings. Perfect for a casual lunch, and good for a grab-and-go on a busy day when you are shuffling in between meetings.

TURKEY BACON & CHICKEN HAM (LIMITED TIME OFFER S$7.50)

Alternatively, opt for something with fuller fillings. The Turkey Bacon & Chicken Ham is something that we can eat on a regular basis, because the savoury pairing of turkey bacon and chicken ham is evergreen and never fails to satisfy. What makes this so pleasing is the adequate portion; it makes a great dinner without over-indulging.

CREAM CHEESE WITH STRAWBERRY TOPPINGS ($3.90)

The combination of cream cheese and strawberries is a winning recipe. The Cream Cheese with Strawberry Toppings Croissant (S$3.90) makes an ideal morning pick-me-up, or as a light snack in the middle of the day when you are feeling peckish. It goes especially well with a cup of tea. Just the thought of a good flaky croissant cocooning fresh cream cheese and plump strawberries fills our hearts with glee!

HAZELNUT CHOCOLATE WITH ALMOND FLAKES (S$3.90)

Hazelnut. Chocolate. Almond flakes. Croissant. Now, put them all in a sentence and what you get is a croissant that is irresistibly divine. The sweet treat that you’d need to wake you up in the mornings can be the same sweet treat that you’d need over afternoon tea. Well, let’s just say anytime is a good time for the Hazelnut Chocolate with Almond Flakes. This is our absolute favourite!

It would be perfect if it came with a molten chocolate filling. Imagine this – you’ve got a warm croissant, and rich chocolate flowing out as you cut the bread up… A chocolate lava croissant, anyone? We are keeping our fingers crossed that Délifrance would create this miracle soon.

From now till 28 February, you can get the Heritage Croissant at a special introductory price of S$2.50 per piece. From 1 March onwards, it will retail as S$2.90 per piece, or S$8.90 for a pack of four.

DÉLIFRANCE SINGAPORE GIVEAWAY 3 X S$50 VOUCHERS

1. Délifrance is giving away 3 X S$50 Délifrance vouchers
2. Leave a comment in this post and tell us which Délifrance croissant you would like to try, and why.
3. ‘Like’ Délifrance Singapore on Facebook.
4. Share the link of this post on your Facebook timeline.
5. The contest starts from today till 24 Feb 2015, 2359 hrs.
7. Winners will be notified by email.

Update: The winners of the giveaway are Ada Thong, Leila Chua and Gu Yanting.

For the latest promotions, go to Délifrance.com.sg, like them on Facebook.

This post is brought to you by Délifrance Singapore.