une pâtisserie (fem.) specializes in pastries. Une confiserie (fem.) is specialized in sweets and candies. There are many pâtisseries-confiseries (doing both)
The French people probably don't like pastries and sweets any more than any other countries. It's a stereotype.
baker
A Bakery sells all baked goods, including breads whereas a Bake Shop sells only sweets.
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While opinions on the best bakery in Karnal may vary, many locals recommend "Baker's Lounge" for its wide range of delicious pastries, breads, and cakes. Known for its quality ingredients and innovative flavors, this bakery has garnered a loyal following. Additionally, "Karnal Bakery" is also popular for its traditional Indian sweets and baked goods. Ultimately, the best choice depends on personal taste preferences.
Probably pastries but it depends. Sweets such as soda or candy can be fat free but still loaded with sugar. Pastries such as doughnuts are sweet AND very fattening. However, some pastries you can find to be low-fat, like certain types of breads. It all depends. But in the end, pastries in general will be more fattening.
Baker
A baker, bakery, cake shop or pastry shop.
By giving them sweets, candies, pastries, chocolates, etc!
Puff pastries belong in the fats, oils and sweets food group.
Sweets, as in candy, would be 'des bonbons'.
A sweetshop will sell sweets (candies in USA!) and a cake shop will sell cakes. Though, it is more likely that a shop will sell both products. The person selling sweets and cakes could be called a 'Confectioner.'