Can you smell that sweet, irresistible frangipane? Epiphany may be over, but the galettes des rois will still be proudly displayed in shop windows until the end of January. Good news for gourmets: Bordeaux is full of bakeries and patisseries where you’ll find galettes and gâteaux des rois, each more succulent than the last. But above all, it’s in the heart of La Belle Endormie that you’ll find THE best frangipane galette in Gironde in 2026! Elected last December, we reveal the secrets of this little almond wonder.
A very flaky competition in Gironde
Every year, the Fédération des Boulangers-Pâtissiers de Gironde organizes the competition for the best frangipane cake in the département. It’s an eagerly-awaited competition, bringing together bakers and confectioners with a common goal: to designate the most successful creation. On December 4, no fewer than 44 galettes were presented and tasted before the jury made its decision. On December 4, no fewer than 44 galettes were presented and tasted before the jury reached its verdict. The result: the title of best frangipane galette of Gironde 2026 went to a Bordeaux address, the Paul Merry bakery.
An artisanal, gourmet frangipane cake
After winning several awards in recent years, including Best Croissant (apprentice), 2ᵉ Best Chocolatine 2025 and 2ᵉ Best Galette Briochée in 2024, Boulangerie Paul Merry is adding to its list of honors with this new title. In the image of the house, the award-winning galette is the fruit of a four-handed effort. Paul Merry designs it with his wife, Julie Batista, the pastry chef with whom he works on a daily basis. 100% pure butter, topped with a generous frangipane cream, the galette is made with homemade almond powder and enhanced by Papua vanilla, renowned for its round, slightly chocolaty notes. A recipe that’s precise, balanced and richly flavored.
A bakery committed to the essential
At Paul Merry, artisan know-how goes hand in hand with a strong commitment to quality and ecology. Before opening his own bakery, the artisan refined his approach for several years in an organic bakery in Le Bouscat. It was a decisive experience that shaped his vision of the profession. Opened in 2020 at 210 rue de Turenne in Bordeaux, the bakery now boasts a clear identity. Here, the breads are 100% sourdough, yeast-free, certified organic and take three days to make. Finally, raw materials are carefully selected from local producers and artisans. This daily commitment is reflected in every bite.
Where to taste it?
📍 Boulangerie Paul Merry – 210 rue de Turenne, Bordeaux
💰 Galette frangipane: €26