Customers go gaga for the gaggle of goodies at this bakery and cafe on the border of Leslieville and East Chinatown. Here, locally-sourced ingredients morph into layer cakes and lofty scones, saucer-sized cookies, tarts and nutty chocolate bars so decadent, they've been dubbed XXX. Open Thursday to Sunday, expect crowds.

New to Etobicoke, this patisserie brings a wealth of butter-based indulgences to the city's west side. Pastry chef Hadrien Verrier's first brick-and-mortar spot, it's home to reams of classic French treats — from croissants and financiers to layered cakes, tarts and sourdough breads. Space is tight, so plan on getting takeout.

A seriously lengthy selection of Italian favourites fills the display cases at this Upper Beaches spot. There are savoury stars, like sandwiches and pizza, and an array of sweets that includes bomboloni and cannoli, biscotti, tiramisu, gelato and more. Open Tuesday to Sunday, there's plenty of opportunity to score your must-haves.

Tucked between some of Ossington's most frequented spots, this butter-scented bakery draws passersby looking to sample something new. Inside, they find empanadas and fresh breads, Danishes, cookies, scones and myriad other sweet and savoury goods. A seasonal back patio is the perfect place to dig in.

Beyond textbook pasteis de nata, this handsome Little Italy haunt (from the team behind Mercado Restaurant) turns heads with Portuguese sourdough, laminated pastries, pillowy buns and a menu of traditional sips. Enjoy the European vibe, peruse the assortment of Portuguese groceries and wine, then order a second round of everything to squirrel back home.

Fabulous in every sense, this specialized Stockyards District spot caters to fans of glitz, glam, pastel colour-schemes and springy mochi doughnuts. Each week, the team serves up signature flavours, like Matcha Made in Heaven and Crème Brulove, with a cast of rotating specials, think Strawberry Marry Me and bougie Mango Mochi Rice, keeping things infinitely interesting.

The direct-to-consumer arm of a bakery equipment company, this stylish destination near Queen and Church specializes in Middle Eastern, European and North American goods. Visit any day of the week, to side espresso-based drinks with pistachio-laced croissants and Swiss rolls, cheesecake, sourdough buns and other irresistible delights.

At this elegant Corso Italia bakery, the team serves classic French dishes alongside those infused with Mexican flair. Ogle the offerings, and find guava-spiked Danish, cinnamon-laced arroz con leche, and a variety of cake slices, from the milk-doused to ones swathed in dulce de leche. Settle into the calming space seven days a week to sample each and every one.

Forest Hill Village was recently blessed with the arrival of this French-inspired spot to sip, snack and shop. Order a jambon beurre, an orange-scented brioche and a café crème, then fill your basket with pungent cheeses and charcuterie, wine and other imported goods you can't live without.