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pastries

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plural of pastry

as in desserts

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The menu is rich and in many cases old-school English — fans of steak and kidney pies and guinea fowl and of course the desserts, such as sticky toffee pudding and apple crumble are unlikely to be disappointed.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
Professional and amateur cooks from throughout the area will serve samples of their favorite appetizers, entrees and desserts while competing for votes and bragging rights.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026

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