Pat A Cake

You cannot think of Pat A Cake without fantasies of their triple chocolate cake springing to mind. This is without question the chocolateiest thing on the planet, and will increase cholestorol levels dramatically. You've been warned. The butterscotch cake is another favorite, if you're so inclined. But the best time to visit is around Christmas, when they bring out their famous fruitcake, with raisins soaked generously in rum. Moist and delicious, the cake is impossible to share. Wars have been fought over it.

Pat A Cake has quite a selection of cookies, of which we recommend the McWheaties, cookies with a swirl of chocolate. If you're loco about coco (nut) try the melt-in-your-mouth macaroons. The rich and sinful walnut brownie is a great deal at Rs. 15. Steer away from the namkeen snacks and the messy burger. There's a small eating area attached to the bakery, but if you're eating in, you should choose to sit outside and allow Caesar the ancient spaniel to sit at your feet and look at you accusingly. Do check out the model of the house made entirely of sugar in the glass case. The detail is lovely - there's even a newspaper and a fireplace inside!