Guillotine Bakery Offers Valentine's Day Preview
The much-anticipated Guillotine Bakery is giving Chicagoans a special preview of its offerings for Valentine's Day ahead of its official opening. The pop-up provides a sneak peek of the new bakery's holiday menu.
- The Valentine's Day preview is a $95 bundle that includes two pastries and a floral arrangement from florist Agathe of 5pm lab. Pre-orders for the limited bundle can be placed through the online platform Hotplate for pickup at the bakery's future location. - Guillotine Bakery is a new Parisian-style bakery from French baker Vincent Didry, Alizé Bikard, and head baker Vince Le Bec, slated for a spring opening in West Town. - The bakery's philosophy is described as "elegance with a wink," focusing on classic French techniques with a modern, edgy approach to flavor and presentation. - When it opens, the full menu will feature breads, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee, with a commitment to using imported French flour and butter to ensure authentic taste. - The permanent location will be at 1711 West Chicago Avenue, positioning it within the city's vibrant dining scene. - The bakery's name and its pre-opening social media tagline, "F*#$ waiting. Here's our fist drop - in the name of French Romance," suggest a brand that blends traditional luxury with a contemporary, slightly rebellious energy.
