Almond Joy

Pot de creme.

Éclair.

Crème brûlée.

But perhaps no dessert is more quintessentially French than the macaron.

1206 Main Street,
Open: Monday–Thursday,12–8 pm;
Friday, 12–9 pm; Saturday, 10 am–9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

3431 Edwards Road
Monday–Friday, 12–7 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. –4 p.m.

Find info about classes at www.macaron-bar.com.

According to legend, Catherine de Medici introduced the sweet meringue-based confection to the French. Once the province of royalty, it’s now yours for the taking and making.

The Macaron Bar, founded in 2014 by Nathan Sivitz, is the only bakery in Cincinnati dedicated exclusively to French macarons. The menu includes traditional favorites – dark chocolate, Earl Grey tea, and lemon lavender –along with inspired updates – birthday cake, mimosa, and salted caramel. The shop also offers a few seasonal favorites, so mint julep, pumpkin spice, and eggnog fans are in luck!

The shop has also partnered with Rhinegeist Brewery, Maverick Chocolate Co., Deeper Roots Coffee, Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream, and other local favorites to create innovative and collaborative flavors. The business has also grown to include stores in Columbus, Indianapolis, Louisville, and Pittsburgh.

Interested in mastering the macaron yourself? You can learn the secrets of this elusive cookie from Macaron Bar’s pastry chefs. They offer classes for bakers of all ages and skill levels. In the introductory class (coming up on July 16 and 20) you’ll learn the art and science behind macarons.

But if you’re content to just enjoy the sweet treats, Macaron Bar ships nationwide and can curates custom options for weddings and other special events.