Patisserie · North Town, Taunton
Alina's Cakes and More Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Alina's Cakes and More: 32 items across 5 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to boissons.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Alina's Cakes and More. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- Saint-HonoréV £7.60 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £5.60 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- FraisierVN £5.80 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- Mille-feuilleV £6.80 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
- ReligieuseV £5.25 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £6.25 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £5.40 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £5.60 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £1.90 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.00 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.25 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- FinancierVN £2.75 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £7.95 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
Viennoiserie
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.75 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.55 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £3.65 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.45 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.40 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.75 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Kouign-amannV £4.05 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.75 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £33.50 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £34.50 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £38.50 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £33.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £31.00 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
Boissons
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £2.85 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.70 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.65 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.25 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.50 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Iced latteVGF £3.90 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
Ordering tips for Alina's Cakes and More
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Whole and celebration cakes usually need ordering in advance – allow a few days for standard designs and longer for custom work.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
- It opens on Sundays (9am – 2pm), which makes it handy for weekend treats.
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