Find yourself suddenly in the mood for some Black Forest or Nougat cake? How about driving down to The French Loaf on Harrington Road? A new cafe, The French Loaf is creating quite a revolution with its swanky setting; irresistible displays of freshly-baked cakes, croissants, brown breads, quiche, French loaves and more; and a live kitchen where you get to see all these being made.

Dig into the sinful blueberry tart or a slice of orange gateau and wash it down with a hot cuppa. Pick out your favourite bread, or try the walnut-sprinkled rye bread baked in the old-fashioned way. A wee bit heavy on the pocket, but what the heck, the place is worth it.

Hot Breads , in Kilpauk, belongs to the same chain that owns The French Loaf, and is another favourite hangout for many. Easy on the wallet, the chilli cheese sandwich and chocolate muffins are the best in town.

Done with your computer classes and walking along the road, you stumble upon the good old Cakes N Bakes (Nungambakkam). The warm cosy feel, chocolate truffle that tastes like homemade ones and a variety of tarts are what bring people to this bakery even today.

Looking for something lavish or exotic? Head towards Sweet Chariot in Ispahani Centre. Hidden within the corridors, this place has the best chocolate mousse cake that simply melts in the mouth leaving you longing for more. Grab a chair, make yourself comfortable, and savour the upside-down pineapple cake.

It’s your grandmother’s birthday and you are frantically looking for an eggless cake. Pick up a delicious one from Prima’s (Anna Nagar), surprise your family and earn some brownie points for yourself.

While lurking about Alsa Mall, make sure to hop across to Cake Walk (Egmore), to try the blackcurrant or orange pastry. Not only do the cakes—dark chocolate, almond, truffle, mint, or whatever else you fancy—look inviting, they taste divine as well.

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? Go ahead, take a bite.