Six of the best: Macaroons

Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou(pictured above)

Think artisanal, dainty and charming. These macaroons are the creme de la creme, with bold flavors that change with the seasons, such as apricot passion, mascarpone gianduja, praline feuilletine and mojito. RMB22/one, RMB140/six, RMB250/12. // 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District, 天河区天河路389号 (3808 8888)

Shangri-La Hotel Guangzhou

If you are looking for all flavors sweet, then look no further. From mango to raspberry, you can satisfy your pursuit of these irresistible delights for just RMB108 for eight pieces in a pretty box at Wok Too Café. // 1 Huizhan Dong Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区会展东路1号 (8917 6412)

The Garden Hotel, Guangzhou

At just RMB68, little gems of six won’t burn a hole in your pocket. Choose from raspberry, coconut, chocolate, pistachio, lemon or coffee, or simply pick one of each! Call and order in person a day or two in advance, as these are made to order. // 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区环市东路368号 (8333 8989)

Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich
Call us old fashioned, but we all know that the French do these light-as-a-feather treats best. Head over to Mar-Tea-Ni for Laduree-inspired flavors such as rose, passion fruit, lavender and strawberries and cream. RMB18/piece. // 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中988号1楼 (3883 8888)

 

Gottlieber
This Swiss bakery and chocolatier is slowly becoming all the rage. Alongside ice cream and coffee, they offer up six classic flavors of macaroon, such as pistachio and lemon. RMB15/one, RMB80/six. // No. 77, The Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城海风路广粤天地77号 (3837 1338)

Macaron Home
Small to large macaroons that go beyond traditional flavors are on offer at this chain, as well as those paying homage to typical buttercream and ganache fillings. RMB75/four, RMB235/12. // B/F, Grandview Mall, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路228号正佳广场 (3855 0566, www.macaronhome.com)