The Best Scone I’ve Ever Had…

Came from this place–La Brume.comptoir. It’s not the main cafe, but this little tiny counter tucked away among warehouses and factories on Rue Fullum in Rosemont.

(I’m sorry I don’t have photos of either the cafe or the scone, so I will describe as best I can.)

The counter was literally smaller than my walk-in closet at home, though behind I could see the big industrial baking ovens–and a disgruntled-looking chef/owner, but no matter.

The guy at the counter was very nice despite my horrid French, and I asked him to show me his favorite pastry in the jewelry-sized countertop display case.

“Sucré ou salé?” he asked–sweet or salty? I said, “Le meilleur!” (“the best one!”) I was handed a lavender and white chocolate scone.

I *hate* scones, they’re dry and dusty little bastards that seek to choke you usually, at least at most cafes around L.A.

This one, however, was divine.

Moist on the inside but with a crunchy crust, this scone changed my mind about what a scone could be. The flavors were subtle and delicious (and natural–there were real lavender flowers inside). After two bites I was a scone fan…at least, a fan of the scones at La Brume.comptoir.

So if for some weird reason you ever find yourself in this industrial corner of Rosemont and need a little coffee break, check out La Brume.comptoir–it’ll be worth your while. I’m definitely going back when we return to MTL.

In addition to yummy pastries (there was a chocolate thing I didn’t try that looked amaaahzing) you can also order lunch online, but carry-out only–there’s no room to eat inside, and disgruntled chefs need their privacy.