Patisserie · Barrington, Cambridge
The Blackbird's Nest Menu & Prices
Planning what to order at The Blackbird's Nest? This menu gathers the bakes you are most likely to find at a patisserie like this, with indicative prices for 2026.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by The Blackbird's Nest. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- OpéraVN £7.35 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- ReligieuseV £6.95 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £4.50 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- Saint-HonoréV £6.00 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £5.60 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £4.75 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £4.85 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £1.95 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.45 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £5.95 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £11.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £10.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
Viennoiserie
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.55 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.10 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.25 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.50 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Kouign-amannV £4.75 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £35.50 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £29.00 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £34.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £28.00 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £127.50 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
Boissons
- Iced latteVGF £4.05 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £4.20 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.35 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £3.95 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.70 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
Tea & Other Drinks
- English breakfast teaPopularVVGGF £3.40 Pot of robust, malty black tea served with milk.
- Peppermint teaVVGGF £2.65 Refreshing whole peppermint leaves steeped to order in a glass pot.
- Hot chocolateVGF £3.30 Creamy hot chocolate with optional cream and marshmallows.
- Chai latteVGF £4.05 Spiced chai concentrate with steamed milk and a cinnamon dusting.
- Earl GreyPopularVVGGF £3.40 Fragrant bergamot-scented black tea served by the pot.
- SmoothieVVGGF £4.45 Blended banana, berries and apple juice, made to order.
Ordering tips for The Blackbird's Nest
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Whole and celebration cakes usually need ordering in advance – allow a few days for standard designs and longer for custom work.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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