Tarte und Törtchen

Stuttgart


For desserts that are edible works of art, it's worth the short U-Bahn ride out of town to this rather fabulous patisserie. The cakes and pastries are decadent indeed: from fruit tarts to zingy citrus mousses and millefeuilles. And it's a petite, elegant space for a leisurely breakfast, with its white walls, chandeliers and mishmash of vintage furniture.


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