Having appeared on the Budapest market nearly a decade ago, macaron-making is now being elevated to a new level. Buda has just welcomed its first macaron shop solely focused on the French meringue-based sweet. But unlike the city’s other confectioneries, pink-toned Macaron Heaven offers more than the ordinary disc-shaped desserts. Here, a selection of the tiny treats is presented in the shape of animals, like little bears, beavers, even frogs. Sample lavender unicorns or Nutella-flavoured owls on a quirky quest for meringue paradise.

Wedged between the Mechwart Liget and Széna tér stops of tram line 4/6, Macaron Heaven is a fun little outlet, selling signature sweets that are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Cats, rabbits and hedgehogs prominently feature in the form of macarons, beside the sweet’s standard round-shaped design.

The brains behind this concept is Dia Késmárki, who started baking macarons six years ago. Her first attempts – as for many who venture into the intricate world of macaron-making – were a question of trial and error. Practice makes perfect and Késmárki’s French pastry-making skills became polished over the years, which eventually prompted her to open Macaron Heaven. She runs this sweet business now with her best friend, Bence Molnár.

All macarons are made on the spot, at a workshop behind the shop counter. This is where new shapes and forms are invented, even on customers’ request. Whether it’s a birthday celebration, a new-born or a wedding, suitable figures can be made for almost any occasion. Macarons are packed in elegant, pastel-coloured gift boxes.

The basic collection of macarons that Késmárki prepares includes 30 different flavours from pistachio to chocolate and lavender, even matcha or peanut butter. One item costs 350 forints. The confectionery also offers ispahan (990 forints), a cookie of a bigger size, inspired by the texture of macaron. Meringue and unfilled macaron wafers also form part of the dessert selection.

Are you invited to a hen party or do you just want to treat visiting friends to a unique little something? Make a wish and see if Macaron Heaven can make your dream come true.