If you think the word “dessert” means sweetness alone, get ready to have your mind blown by the array of sweet and savory offerings available at Sweet Graffiti. Pastry Chef Romina Peixoto has built her dessert shop around one simple idea: that the most memorable flavors happen at the places where fine-dining technique meets pure, playful fun (and in these cases, where savory meets sweet).
Breaking the Rules of Traditional Pastry
Chef Romina’s consistent innovation at Sweet Graffiti goes beyond making it one of the best bakeries in Manhattan. It makes it one of the city’s most innovative dessert destinations, where no flavor combination is off limits and every bite is a reward for adventurous palates.
Chef Romina has the technical foundation in pastry and confectioneries to pull off daring combos like chili in a cookie or bacon in a chocolate bar. (Don’t worry, we’ll describe more of the specifics in the next section!) On paper, these pairings might be surprising, but on the palate, they make complete sense.
Classic Treats Reimagined with Unexpected, Savory and Sweet Ingredients
First up is one of our favorites: the unforgettable Pad Thai Cookie. It’s exactly as surprising and satisfying as it sounds, sweet and chewy with the tamarind-and-peanut-flavored warmth of the beloved dish it’s inspired by, plus plenty of deliciously tangy lime.
Next is the Candied Bacon Chocolate Bar. This one layers smoky bacon into rich chocolate for a combination that’s definitely indulgent and surprising, but also so perfect that it feels practically inevitable.
There are also the abundance of Dubai chocolate-inspired offerings, which include the Dubai bar, cookie, donut, and sundae. There’s a reason this flavor has been so popular over the last year or so. All of these incorporate pistachio, tahini, and kataifi to bring a savory, nutty depth that cuts through all the sweetness.
Discover Unexpected Flavor Pairings at Sweet Graffiti
Why not visit us in person and try the treats we’ve described for yourself? Whether you’re a lifelong dessert lover or you’re simply intrigued by the idea of savory-sweet treats, there’s something on Romina’s menu that will surprise you.
This winter, Pastry Chef Romina Peixoto is reimagining Sweet Graffiti as a celebratory Holiday Dessert Lab. Her ever-changing selection of holiday confections blends childhood nostalgia with street art playfulness and a range of flavor notes from all around the world.
Sweet Graffiti’s Holiday Dessert Lab will debut a fresh assortment of treats each week, showcasing skillful and inventive pastry technique alongside joyful seasonal flair.
Meet the Festive Winter Creations by Pastry Chef Romina Peixoto
Sweet Graffiti’s dessert menu for the holidays is incredibly dynamic, showcasing new flavors and textures each week.
Here are a few of our favorite limited-edition, globally inspired confections from Romina’s 2025 Holiday Dessert Lab:
Eggnog Crème Brûlée Donut: A pillowy donut filled with silky eggnog custard and finished with a torched sugar shell
Apple Caramel Donut: A soft, spiced apple donut with rich caramel
Peppermint Patty Bonbons: Hand-decorated with playful holiday faces and filled with creamy peppermint centers in milk, dark, and white chocolate variations
Gingerbread Bonbons: Candies filled with spiced gingerbread ganache
Rice Crispy Treats: Romina’s take on these classically crispy, buttery marshmallow squares
Cocoa Nib-Infused Apple Cider: Hot cider infused with cocoa nibs for a surprising chocolate-spice finish
Why Sweet Graffiti Is One of NYC’s Most Creative Bakeries This Season
Pastry Chef Romina Peixoto brings the same adventurous, globally-inspired artistry to her holiday desserts as her year-round menu.
Her Dessert Lab creations weave together childhood nostalgia (both Romina’s own Argentine holiday memories and classic American treats) with fine-dining pastry techniques like precision brûlées and high-quality chocolates.
Meanwhile, playful street art influences shine through in her confections’ vivid colors and unexpected forms, while their flavors draw inspiration from all around the world: citrus from Southeast Asia, Latin American chocolate, and warming winter spices from around the globe, among others.
Sweet Graffiti’s holiday dessert menu manages to celebrate the magic of the season while also embodying the energizing, inventive energy of NYC itself.
A Rotating Holiday Menu Worth Visiting Before Year’s End
Sweet Graffiti invites you to return each week for fresh seasonal creations that brighten a winter day. Drop by the Holiday Dessert Lab at 51 West 32nd Street in NYC’s Koreatown to discover the latest sweets on offer. You can also enjoy Sweet Graffiti’s treats at Martinique New York on Broadway.
For sneak peeks and exclusive updates on weekly releases and limited-run holiday drops, be sure to follow @sweetgraffitisweets on Instagram.
This year, Pastry Chef Romina Peixoto is transforming Sweet Graffiti into a festive Holiday Dessert Lab. Her rotating lineup of festive creations will blend global flavors with playful artistry and nostalgic winter comfort.
Each week, Romina will be presenting a new lineup of treats that celebrate the coziness and sparkle of winter through bold pastry craft!
A Peek Inside the Holiday Dessert Lab: Star Treats for December 2025
For the holidays, Romina’s dessert menu is built around movement. This means new flavors every week, from seasonal riffs on classics to globally inspired sweets that reimagine what winter desserts can be.
Some highlights of our 2025 Holiday Dessert Lab:
Eggnog crème brûlée donut – A pillowy donut filled with silky eggnog custard, finished with a torched sugar shell that cracks like fresh winter ice
Festive peppermint patties – Hand-decorated with playful holiday faces and filled with creamy peppermint centers in milk, dark, and white chocolate variations
Apple cider donut – A cozy, spiced donut made with reduced apple cider for winter comfort in every bite
Kalamansi pineapple macaron – A bright, tropical-meets-winter macaron featuring sharp citrus and sweet pineapple
Fresh-made hot chocolate & cocoa nib apple cider – House-made hot chocolate that’s rich and warming, plus hot cider infused with cocoa nibs for a surprising chocolate-spice finish
Holiday rice crispy treats & stuffed chocolate bars – Romina’s whimsical twists on childhood favorites, crafted with seasonal fillings and satisfyingly crunchy textures
The Holiday Dessert Lab is always evolving, so guests can expect new items every week—sometimes experimental, sometimes nostalgic, and always unapologetically creative.
How Romina Builds Her Seasonal Creations
Like her year-round menu, Romina approaches holiday desserts with curiosity and the globally-inspired artistic spirit that Sweet Graffiti is known for. Her process blends:
Childhood nostalgia: Argentine holiday memories and classic American winter flavors
Fine-dining pastry technique: Precision brûlées, high-quality chocolates, and balanced textures
Street-art playfulness: Bold colors, whimsical faces, and unexpected shapes
Global flavor notes: Citrus from Southeast Asia, chocolate traditions from Latin America, and winter spices from around the world
The result: winter treats that feel like tiny works of art while still tasting like comfort.
Seasonal Treats With NYC Energy
Sweet Graffiti manages to capture not only the spirit of winter, but also the fast-moving, endlessly creative energy of New York.
Dessert lovers can stop in weekly to experience something new, whether they’re craving cool peppermint nostalgia, cozy holiday spices, warm caramel tones, or tropical brightness that cuts through the cold.
Where To Experience Romina’s Holiday Creations
Visit Sweet Graffiti at 51 West 32nd Street in NYC’s Koreatown to explore the rotating Holiday Dessert Lab menu. You can also find Sweet Graffiti’s pastries and confections at Martinique New York on Broadway.
Follow along on Instagram @sweetgraffitisweets for behind-the-scenes peeks, plus updates on weekly releases and limited-run holiday drops.
In NYC’s Koreatown, Sweet Graffiti is making dessert a global adventure. Buenos Aires-born pastry chef Romina Peixoto draws on and explores flavors not only from her own Argentine upbringing, but also the rest of Latin America, the Middle East, Asia, and the U.S. The result: a menu full of creative confections that tell cultural stories and invite visitors to experience the richness of the world one bite at a time!
Our International Desserts and the Stories Behind Them
The array of inventive desserts on Sweet Graffiti’s menu celebrate truly global flavors:
Pad Thai cookie – This delightful treat blends peanut butter, lime, coconut, and a hint of chili for a sweet-spicy surprise.
Dubai cookie, sundae, and “Graffiti” bar – All three feature pistachio, tahini, and kataifi for richness and texture.
Lychee pandan & ube macarons – These Asian-inspired confections highlight fragrant East Asian ingredients to make classic French macarons a lot more interesting.
Alfajores – These delicate Latin American cookies are filled with smooth dulce de leche and dusted with powdered sugar.
Mango cardamom & matcha passionfruit bonbons – Romina’s inventive small-batch chocolates draw on flavor combinations from around the world.
Each dessert listed above is a taste of a different culture. Sweet Graffiti is showing how flavors from across the globe can come together in unexpected and exciting ways.
Sweet Graffiti’s Impact on the NYC Dessert Scene
Sweet Graffiti is at the forefront of NYC’s “street meets sweet” movement, where culinary creatives are infusing elegant, inventive pastries and confections with the flavors of global street food.
Reimagining ingredients from the cuisines of Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia, Chef Romina Peixoto is pushing the boundaries of what dessert can be, so Sweet Graffiti continues to draw dessert lovers who are eager for new flavors and textures.
Romina’s approach reflects a larger trend in the city’s food scene. Across NYC, chefs are mixing global flavors to create something entirely new. Sweet Graffiti embodies that adventurous spirit with a selection of playful, inventive treats that are both proudly international and distinctly New York in their approach.
Where You Can Try Romina’s International Treats
Explore the flavors of the world through Romina’s inventive desserts and learn how cultural traditions can come together on a single plate.
You can visit Sweet Graffiti for yourself at 51 West 32nd Street in NYC’s Koreatown, check them out on Instagram at @sweetgraffitisweets, or find our pastries and confections served at Martinique New York on Broadway.
Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th to October 15th, is a time to honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and lasting contributions of Hispanic communities. It’s a month to celebrate traditions spanning countless generations—music, dance, art, and of course, food.
At Sweet Graffiti, Buenos Aires-born pastry powerhouse Romina Peixoto brings these cultural traditions to life with her Latin-inspired desserts, drawing on her Argentine upbringing cultivating joy and connection. To discover Romina’s sweet treats, inspired by cultural traditions from Latin America and around the world, browse Sweet Graffiti’s menu of pastry and confections.
The Significance of Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the incredible histories and achievements of Hispanic and Latino Americans. It’s an intentional annual reminder of the richness that heritage brings to communities and of the ways these cultural traditions are preserved and shared.
Food plays an important role in this celebration, as a delicious and meaningful connection to culture. Because they inspire so much joy, desserts in particular can be a powerful symbol of tradition and a tangible way to bring people together.
Alfajores, which are featured on Sweet Graffiti’s menu, are a perfect example of this culinary heritage.
What Are Alfajores? Argentina’s Beloved Cookie
Alfajores are delicate cookies sandwiching a smooth layer of dulce de leche, a caramel-like confection made by slowly cooking milk and sugar. The cookies are often dusted with powdered sugar or coated in chocolate for extra indulgence.
Popular across Argentina, Peru, Uruguay, and beyond, alfajores are beloved for their melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich, creamy filling. Romina grew up enjoying alfajores in Buenos Aires, and she crafts these treats with authenticity and care, offering a taste of tradition at Sweet Graffiti. They’re a perfect centerpiece for celebrations and meaningful gatherings—and they’re equally perfect as a treat just for you.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Food
One way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this year is by sharing Roina’s treats at family gatherings, at cultural events, or as thoughtful gifts for friends and loved ones. Alfajores pair perfectly with coffee or tea, adding a sweet touch to your daytime celebrations. Whether you enjoy them at home, at the office, or with friends, these Latin-inspired sweets for celebrations are a delightful way to honor tradition.
Where to Find Romina’s Latin-Inspired Treats
You can visit Sweet Graffiti for yourself at 51 West 32nd Street in New York City, or find our pastries and confections served at Martinique New York on Broadway.
