Bordeaux’s emblematic pastry in FRANCE Magazine

The canelé is one of the most beloved French pastries. Caramelised on the outside and moist on the inside (or ‘moelleux’, as the French would say), this petit gâteau has a perfect contrast of textures that makes it totally irresistible. Biting into a really good canelé, infused with the warm flavours of dark rum and vanilla, is a gourmet experience not easily forgotten. But not all canelés are created equal, and some can be downright disappointing. For the best canelés, you’ll want to plan a trip to Bordeaux (their hometown) or try your hand at making them yourself.

Read the full article, published in the April 2022 issue of FRANCE Magazine here: canelesdebordeaux

Image: Hans Westbeek Media Production