I had a craving for The Old Croissant Factory for the first time in ages, so I went. Honestly, I never expected this place to stay in business this long. The quality is very high, but the prices are just as high. A croissant at Echire in Tokyo is a little over 300 yen, and this place is even pricier than that. Of course, considering the ingredient supply situation in Korea and the soaring rents, you would have to call it a very fair price. Lately there are a lot more shops like this and they all seem to be doing well, which personally makes me really happy.

The front entrance

The atmosphere is brighter than before. There were plenty of customers, and they were holding something like an exhibition too. They seem to have really settled into this neighborhood.

Shelves that had mostly sold out

I got there a bit late, so a lot of the croissants were already gone.

Cheese croissant

I needed something to stand in for breakfast, so I picked a less sweet croissant. The taste was, of course, excellent, just as expected.

The neighboring shops

This alley used to be a residential street with nothing in it, but now it has been completely built up. It really happened in the blink of an eye. It looks like a lot of distinctive little restaurants have opened, so I am looking forward to it. I will have to visit them whenever I find the time.

Aoitori

I heard this bakery, which opened right across from The Old Croissant Factory, even has a Japanese chef doing the cooking. I have been in the mood for Japanese food lately, so I will have to drop by next time I get the chance.

Evening in Hongdae

Stopping at The Old Croissant Factory after Duomo made it feel like a satisfying day somehow. Now just one more stop for the perfect finish.

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