Almond Croissant

As if it were not enough that the local boulangerie makes a triumphant baguette. Here is their almond croissant:

I assumed it was just a croissant with slivered almonds on top. But, its much more substantial as it is filled with frangipane, a sort of almond paste - I love suprises like that! The tips were crisp and flaky (no mean feat on this humid island), and the middle soft and a bit chewy from the almond. And since its a chilly 26°C (79°F) at sundown, I had my almond croissant with a lovely cup of Mariage Frères christmas tea, a gift from this holiday season.