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Still in time for Valentine's Day! 5 recommended chocolates selected by buyers at Sapporo Marui Mitsukoshi
table of contents 1. Paris Brest Chocolate Praline [Patisserie Sadaharu Aoki Paris] 2. Cake Chloe [Pierre Hermé Paris] 3. Original Collection [Fran's Chocolate] 4. Choux Chocolate Single Origin [Magic du Chocolat] 5. Basque Cheese Chocolate [Kazunori Ikeda Andive Duel]
1. Paris Brest Chocolat Praline [Patisserie Sadaharu Aoki Paris]
Paris Brest Chocolat Praline 1 piece 648 yen
Paris-Brest is a baked choux pastry made with cacao, topped with a generous amount of chocolate and praline cream, with praline hidden in the center. The crunchy texture of the caramelized hazelnuts on top adds an accent.
Chef Aoki of Patisserie Sadaharu Aoki Paris
Buyer's "Recommendations"!
This is a limited edition product by the master Sadaharu Aoki, available only at Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store. With the timeless sweetness of chocolate and the praline in the middle, this is a luxurious cream puff. Although the product is not large, one is satisfying and is definitely a dish that we would like many people to try.
2. Cake Chloe [Pierre Hermé Paris]
Cake Chloe 1 piece 2,700 yen
A pound cake with the popular flavor "Chloe," which combines the fruity, sour taste of raspberry with bitter chocolate.
Pierre Hermé Paris Pierre Hermé
Buyer's "Recommendations"!
This is a limited edition product of the famous Pierre Hermé Paris, available only at Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store. It is a cake that is large enough to share with your family or partner. The sourness of the raspberry matches well with the bitter chocolate, making it an addictive dish.
3. Original Collection [Fran's Chocolate]
Original Collection 6 pieces 3,132 yen
This set of six truffles includes the most popular salted caramel and Fran Bigelow's ideas. The truffles have a simple taste of the ingredients, and her delicate sensibility is fully utilized.
Fran Bigelow, Fran's Chocolate
Buyer's "Recommendations"!
This is a noteworthy brand that will be making its debut this year. It is the only American brand at the venue. It is a delicate and elegant chocolate that overturns the image of American chocolate. The most popular salted caramel in particular has a brilliant balance of chocolate, caramel, and salt!
4. Choux Chocolate Single Origin [Magic du Chocolat]
Choux Chocolat Single Origin 1 piece 580 yen
This Sapporo-exclusive flavor uses Ecuadorian "Arriba Nacional" cocoa beans. You can enjoy the rich flavor of rich cream and cocoa beans.
Chef Matsumuro of Magic du Chocolat
Buyer's "Recommendations"!
Magic du Chocolat is committed to making chocolate, starting from growing the cocoa beans. This year's cream puffs are even more powerful than last year's, and the type of cocoa beans used is limited, making them a must-have for cocoa enthusiasts. Please enjoy this limited edition product that has a milky taste but also allows you to fully enjoy the flavor of the cocoa beans.
5. Basque Cheese Chocolate [Kazunori Ikeda Andive Duel]
Basque Cheese Chocolate 1 piece 3,101 yen
This popular cheesecake, with its irresistible bittersweetness from the burnt surface, is now available in a limited edition flavor to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Marui Imai's founding. You can enjoy the combination of rich cheese and chocolate.
Kazunori Ikeda Individuelle Chef Ikeda
Buyer's "Recommendations"!
Kazunori Ikeda Individuelle is one of the top 5 most popular shops in the venue and has many fans. This Basque cheese chocolate has an exquisite balance of cheese and chocolate, which is unique to a patisserie trained in Paris. It goes well with hot milk or milk tea, or as a snack with whiskey or other alcoholic drinks.
About SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022
SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022 is an annual chocolate festival held in the 9th floor event space of Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store's Odori Building. In 2022, the 20th time since the festival arrived in Japan and the 16th time it has been held in Sapporo, many brands from all over the world will be participating. Some items sell out quickly after going on sale, so be sure to come early to get the chocolate you want.
SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022
Location: Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store, Odori Building, 9th floor event space Event period: Thursday, January 27, 2022 to Monday, February 14, 2022, 10:30-19:30 *From February 9th (Wed) to February 12th (Sat), 10:30-20:00 SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022 Homepage
