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Tucked into New Farm’s Merthyr Road. An aesthetic alleyway bakery turning out seriously brilliant dough. Brisbane’s pastry purists are quietly obsessing over the kitchen's meticulous cross-lamination technique—yielding a glossy, zebra-striped finish and a shatteringly crisp exterior. Grab a tiny table in the lane. Order the blueberry danish stuffed with pistachio cake, or a macadamia miso cookie boasting a nutty, burnt-sugar bite. Savory crowd? Diners at adjacent tables constantly eye the elaborate Baghdad Eggs, while the flawless continental breakfast lets top-tier ingredients and crackly baguettes do the talking. Pair it all with an impeccably smooth espresso or rich hot chocolate. The seating is tight. The vibe is immaculate. A mandatory stop for serious carb enthusiasts.