Helena’s

Helena’s is known for something more than its monumental towering structure and classical architecture-pastries! A slice of a fresh apple pie can be yours for Rs. 50. The pies are made from fresh fruits that are as tasty as they are healthy. The place is also the spiritual home for cakes. Its especially crafted chocolate and carrot cakes have a distinct taste that can only come from Helena’s. Its chocolate cake especially has become famous for its very unique taste. Nothing can beat a slice of a helena’s chocolate cake. Moreover, the place being the highest building in Thamel has a great rooftop view of the city.

Hot Breads

Now who in Kathmandu is not familiar with Hot Breads? It has outlets spanning from Thamel to Durbarmarg to Jawalakhel. If you are a croissant fan, then this is definitely the hotspot for that. And furthermore, the owners and chefs claim that their chocolate cakes are second to none in Thamel. The prices are relatively cheap, ranging from Rs.25 to Rs.50 and after eight thirty in the evening, there is even a 50% discount offer! So what are you waiting for? Go get a bite.

Weizen Bakery

If all bakeries were to represent countries, Weizen would definitely signify Germany. Described by Lonely Planet as a place with decent cakes, breads and pastries, Weizen uses German technology topped with supreme perfection and detail. It boasts a large collection of over 22 flavors of cakes! No artificial flavoring goes into its creations, ensuring that the cakes n’ bakes are fresh. Weizen is also known for its signature Pretzel bread which tastes exactly like those in Europe. Plus, all this privilege comes with a reasonable price tag. Tasting genuine German bakery has never been this easy.

Third Eye Bakery, Yin Yang Restaurant

Operating under Yin Yang restaurant, delight your taste buds with world-class pastries put on your platter from master chef Narayan B. Shrestha. Shrestha is no novice in the field of cakes, as he has worked for hotels like Annapurna and Shangri La in the past.

Dream Ice Cream Pie with honey rum sauce, Tiramisu – the famous Italian dessert, American Brownie…you name it, it’s all right here. Perhaps the most curious dessert on the menu is Chocolate Mousse, which is shaped and arranged like a duck. The prices range between Rs. 125 and Rs. 150.

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