You’d be hard-pressed to walk a block in any Italian city without stumbling upon a gelato parlor serving up the dense, silky concoction. Rome's Gelateria del Teatro is a hidden gem. Read more.
The best part of babka is that it’s completely acceptable to eat for breakfast. No Poland trip in the cards? You can snag an authentic, buttery brioche streaked with chocolate at Sadelle’s in NY. Read more.
There are two reasons to go to the Florida Keys. The beach and key lime pie. The slice here is creamy and tangy, served in a rich graham cracker crust and topped with a dollop of fresh whipped cream. Read more.
Brigadeiro are essentially chocolate truffles covered with sprinkles, coconut shavings and nuts—and they’re as delicious as they sound. This picture-perfect shop in bustling São Paolo has the best. Read more.
You’ve probably tried baklava. But nothing holds a candle to the kind you’ll find here. Its recipe--which involves a spoonful of clotted cream--has remained the same since 1871. Read more.
In the dessert world, pastry chef Dominique Ansel is king. But among his must-try confections, the combination doughnut/croissant reigns supreme. Get there before 7 a.m. to nab one. Read more.
Mardi Gras is just an excuse to chow down on beignets from the legendary Café du Monde. This Louisiana treat--fried dough covered in powdered sugar--is what every other doughnut dreams of becoming. Read more.
Hotel Sacher makes what might be the fluffiest, moistest chocolate cake of your entire life. (It's made with thin layers of sweet apricot jam inside a rich chocolate glaze.) Read more.
When in Bruges, satisfy your sweet tooth with fresh, doughy and golden brown waffles from Le Funambule, which come with whipped cream, chocolate sauce and fruit on top. Read more.
Tartine is all about locally sourced ingredients like free-range California eggs and European-style, high-fat butter shipped from nearby Oregon. Come early to snag a sticky bun straight from the oven. Read more.
In the City of Light, hot chocolate refers to real melted chocolate blended with whole milk or cream, resulting in a thick, rich and decadent dessert. Jacques Genin's version is incredible. Read more.
OK, now you can fill any room left in your stomach with a mouthwatering, inventive éclair from L'Éclair de Génie, the best in the city. Read more.
No trip to Bangkok is complete without a stop at Mae Varee’s Fruit Shop for a traditional combo of sweet, ripe mango and savory, coconut-flavored sticky rice. Fruit--how virtuous! Read more.
San Ginés is world-renowned for its sugar-coated, fried churros that come with warm, rich melted chocolate for dunking. Don’t be surprised if you see people eating this treat for breakfast. Read more.
