Bringing over 30 years of culinary expertise and a shared passion for French culinary methods, Noelle and Daniel Martinez, a dynamic husband-and-wife duo, are making their mark on Wrightstown Road.

The locally-owned, from-scratch French bakery on Tucson’s east side, Cafe Francais, has been warming bellies with their made in-house croissant dough — pastries that take three days to laminate, shape, and eventually bake. The bakery is not just limited to croissants; they consistently whip up an array of pastries, cookies, and freshly baked bread.

There’s a bustling scene of culinary creativity happening at Cafe Francais and now there’s a new group of winter-themed pastries to order from Thursday, November 30 – Sunday, December 24.

Keep scrolling to see the new additions and it’s likely your stomach will start grumblin’ for you to pay a visit as soon as possible.

December Specials

Caramel Candied Walnut Creme Crossaint & an Eggnog Creme Croissant with a Whiskey Glaze (left to right)

Cranberry Apple Cream Cheese Croissant & Pistachio Raspberry Creme Croissant (left to right)

Roasted Pepper & Parmesan Cream Cheese Smashed Croissants

Availability:

Thursday – Sunday:

• Roasted Pepper & Parmesan Cream Cheese Smashed Croissants

Thursday & Saturday:

• Eggnog Creme Croissants
• Pistachio Raspberry Creme Croissants

Sunday:

• Cranberry Apple Cream Cheese Croissants
• Caramel Candied Walnut Creme Crossaints

At the bakery, there’s plenty of seating inside at a table or at the bar, and the patio is also an option for those seeking an outdoor breeze. They’re open from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Thursday – Sunday so stop by, grab a pastry, and sip on some coffee. They’re currently offering beverages like cappuccinos, americanos, lattes, and even a cold brew.

Keep an eye out for the New Year Menu which is set to debut on Thursday, January 4, and will run through the end of February.

Cafe Francais is located at 7831 E. Wrightstown Rd. #113 and is open 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Thursday – Sunday. For more information, visit cafefrancaisaz.com and follow Cafe Francais on Instagram and Facebook. Cafe Francais is also a Tucson Foodie Restaurant Partner.

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