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Tiong Bahru Bakery

Chinatown & the CBD


The quintessential Frenchman, baker Gontran Cherrier has everyone at his door, itching for a little French lovin'. At Cherrier's light-filled, contemporary bakery and cafe, faultless sweet treats span buttery almond croissant and kouign amann (Breton-style pastry) to pandan flan, while savouries include sandwiches exploding with fresh ingredients. Topping it off is beautiful coffee from Common Man Roasters.


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