Hazukido

This Yorkville bakery offers Japanese croissants in unique flavours

Your new favourite croissant isn’t French, although it does draw some inspiration from the Parisians who have perfected the fan favourite pastry. Hazukido is the new bakery serving up a unique twist on the croissant, guided by the Shokunin spirit of Japan. The technique uses only the finest ingredients to produce the perfect pastry complement to a morning coffee or an afternoon stroll.

So what’s different? A Japanese croissant uses an exclusive folding technique that creates a uniquely Hazukido honeycomb texture, making for a perfectly golden crunch with every bite.

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“While they are in fact unique, each croissant spreads the natural buttery aroma and preserves the classic French traditions,” says a representative from Hazukido.

Transcending French influence, Hazukido offers tons of unique toppings and ingredients that you won’t find at your typical bakery or coffee shop. Looking for something savoury? Try the seaweed, garlic, crab or chicken flavours. If you fancy yourself more of a sweet tooth, then the lemon meringue or fresh fruit should do the trick. “Our mission is to share the essence of the Hazukido brand by offering over 140 delicious rotating croissant flavours with food enthusiasts across Canada.”

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And if you’re looking for something a little heartier, the Hazukido menu doesn’t stop there. Patrons can sink their teeth into crème brûlée, ice cream croissant sandwiches, soups, croissant rolls, loaves and more light fare. Handcrafted drinks like sparkling or yogurt refreshers and espresso-based coffee drinks like lattes and cappuccinos are available to wash down your treats.

In 2014, Hazukido launched its first location in Taiwan and has since expanded internationally with over 200 locations worldwide. Hazukido’s latest spot will open at 1200 Bay Street in Yorkville later this summer, marking its eighth North American location.

This isn’t the first GTA location for Hazukido but is the first bakery of its kind in Yorkville. The bakery offers take-out at all locations, and pre-order pick-up and pre-order delivery are available for online orders.