Typically, with my Philly Finds I tell about new spots I’ve recently discovered in Philadelphia. However, this time…I’m telling about my newest obsession, Bonté waffles. I’ve passed this shop for several months, but I only recently tried one of their Belgian Gafre waffles when Beth and Jenna were in town last month. AND, ever since, I dream about these sugary pieces of goodness day & night! A great snack or breakfast food, the waffles are made like the Gaufres on the streets of Belgium. Choose a filling (or two)..chocolate, walnuts, bananas, strawberries, etc…and your filling is wrapped in a ball of dough, covered with chunky sugar, and pressed in an waffle iron for three minutes. The result is pure goodness, both crispy & chewy, that can be eaten right out of the paper sleeve. And, even if this is a snack-like indulgence, it doesn’t feel like one. I don’t feel guilty after eating one nor do I feel like I have to wait several days before having one again…then again, when do I ever feel guilty for eating? My current favorite is a banana & walnut waffle with a San Pellegrino. Bonté also has a great selection of coffee, tea, sandwiches, and salads…

WHAT + WHERE: Bonté ~ 130 South 17th Street, Philadelphia ~ 215 557 8510, and 922 Walnut Street, Philadelphia ~ 215 238 7407

{ps. I was cameraless the last few times I’ve been to Bonté, so this photo credit goes to the January 06 issue of Philadelphia Magazine}