Patisserie Valerie

There are a few easy to follow rules that need to be obeyed by a man, to make my heart melt. One of them is taking me out on a breakfast date. Whilst many girls yearn for the idea of a romantic candlelit dinner for two, I am a bit of an odd one and adore the simplicity and informality of a generous morning feast after an exciting night, consumed in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Fortunately, the boy shares this point of view and when we find the time, a cozy morning meal is a must on our agenda.

Ok, enough of my musings, let’s not stray off the point….

Allow me to take you to Patisserie Valerie.DSC_5531They finally opened their doors in Manchester two years ago. Now, for those of you who have been following my Blog for a while, you will know I am not a huge fan of chain restaurants, but this place is just in another league. So it goes without saying, that I had to introduce the boy to it.DSC_5565I went for the organic apple sultana and cinnamon porridge, served with honey. This is one of those things you either love or hate. Personally I can’t think of life without its existence and other than being exquisite in its taste and texture, for a whooping £3.35 it won’t burn a whole in your pocket. DSC_5548

DSC_5545Accompanied by a “jug” of caffeine. Too pretty to drink.  DSC_5538B had a slightly less beautiful but equally delicious breakfast: Eggs Florentine. Consisting of two poached eggs on brioche with fresh pan-tossed spinach leaves & Hollandaise Sauce. Super-healthy and mega-tasty. In case you are calorie-counting you might want to give the sauce a miss, which was, shall we say, rather unremarkable.DSC_5543If you are still not full you can grab a pastry or two to go. But be warned, making a choice is excruciating.DSC_5532…who can blame him for having such a sad face when he has to choose only one from these heavenly options…DSC_5550DSC_5562DSC_5554 DSC_5556 DSC_5557DSC_5559Hands down … the best cakes in town!DSC_5560 DSC_5561I trust you have severe food envy at this point, so give them a go.

For details visit them online here. They don’t take reservations so if you want to go on a weekend, arrive early or queue around the block, your choice.

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22 thoughts on “Patisserie Valerie”

  6. We’ve never think about a breakfast date but after reading this it seems like a great idea!
    It’s a great idea to share your own life style. In our blog we’ll also speak about places we like going to but in Madrid.
    From now on, following you on blogloving;)

    We started our blog recently, if anyone wants to visit us, you’ll be welcome!
    http://www.monasdeseda.com

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  7. What a small world! I go past this patisserie all the time! It’s great to go to after shopping in St. Ann’s Square.
    You look lovely as well, loving the blue bag!
    Your blog is amazing, I literally cannot get over though how much of a coincidence this is – ha :)
    Lots of love,
    Kate xo

    http://www.and-kate.blogspot.com/

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  8. Wow this looks so delicious! I’m so glad I’m reading this on a half full stomach so my stomach isn’t grumbling right now. It’d be great if these restaurants were in Sydney but maybe I can visit them if I ever visit the UK :)

    Also, thanks for visiting and following my blog! I love your blog as well – foodporn everywhere :D Following you on bloglovin’ now!

    dreamdustx

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  9. Hi Nicole! Awww so cute. I am totally a breakfast girl too and it is one of favorite meal ever. Thanks by the way for visiting my blog and leaving me a comment. I think your blog is so cool.

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  11. oh my god now I am really hungry. very delicious! too bad that they are so far away :-( just discovered your blog and follow you now on bloglovin’ and will check you out on instagram too ;-) . Maybe you would like to follow back? Are you only on bloglovin’ and instagram? no GFC (Google Friends Connect)?

    ♥ Sunny ♥ von STYLESPHERE

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    • Hey Sunny!!! Glad to hear that you like my blog!! I will follow you back – and do not have GFC yet, but probably should get it at some point!! xxx

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