[Food Review] Bussia Panificio: Crafting Authentic Italian Breads and Pastries and Superb Almond Croissant
I have been to Bussia Panificio a few times, but I haven't explored the Joordan area in a long time, so I almost forgot about it. However, last Sunday, the weather was amazing, and as we were walking down the street towards the Pulitzer, the unmistakable orange interior of Bussia caught our attention, right before the Pulitzer Hotel. For more details, please find my YouTube below.
The striking orange interior still shone beautifully in the morning sunlight. We initially considered sitting outside, but since the sun hadn't yet warmed the ground and it was still chilly, we opted to stay indoors after checking the temperature. Additionally, I've noticed that whenever I sit outdoors in the Joordan area, the sidewalk feels too narrow as well.
Bussia's distinctive interior remained unchanged. Managed by the Burro group, the establishment is divided into two sections: the Panificio area, meaning bakery in Italian, and the traditional restaurant area. Despite receiving a glowing recommendation from my Italian colleague, the Joordan neighborhood isn't typically my stomping ground, so I hadn't managed to find time to dine there before.
Compared to my last visit, I noticed a slight increase in prices. Previously, the Sun Bun was 3.5 Euros in my previous picture, but it has since increased by 50 cents. Despite the limited variety, all the options looked delicious, making it difficult for us to decide what to eat.
Although bearing an Italian name, the establishment doesn't strictly adhere to Italian offerings. Instead, they strike a balance between Italian pastries and French desserts. For instance, while they offer almond croissants rather than cornetti filled with jam or cream, they also feature typical French-style Kouign Amann. Interestingly, despite their French influences, their rough and rustic baking style aligns more closely with the Italian approach, which I personally adore.
Although Chai tea lattes weren't listed on the menu, I inquired about non-coffee options, and they kindly accommodated my request. Along with that, we selected an almond croissant, a financier, and a butter cookie. The financier, filled with raspberry jam, was just as delightful as always, evoking memories of my first visit to Bussia where I had the same pastry. Despite not having the traditional gold bar shape associated with French financiers, it was still quite tasty, following the French pastry-making traditions from which its name is derived. However, we honestly didn't enjoy the butter cookie as much.
The highlight was undoubtedly their almond croissants. I'm a big fan of almond croissants and I've sampled many in this city, each with its own unique style. However, this one emerged as both my and my friend's favorite. They generously sprinkled toasted almonds on top and evenly spread the sweetened almond filling inside the pastry. We particularly enjoyed the crunchy texture of the toasted almonds combined with the crispy pastry. I could have easily indulged in a few more if I hadn't been so full.
Walking down the streets of Joordan on a sunny day was incredibly enjoyable, and stumbling upon Bussia Panificio without a plan added to the fun. The establishment had ample space, and the staff were delightful. It was a real treat to indulge in their standout item, the Almond Croissant, as well.
Bussia Panificio
Address: Reestraat 28-32, 1016 DN Amsterdam
+31 020 627 8794
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