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Still Time for Valentine's Day! 5 Recommended Chocolates Chosen by a Sapporo Marui Mitsukoshi Buyer
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1. Paris-Brest Chocolat Praliné [Pâtisserie Sadaharu AOKI paris]
2. Cake Chloé [PIERRE HERMÉ PARIS]
3. Original Collection [Fran's Chocolates]
4. Choux Chocolat Single Origin [MAGIE DU CHOCOLAT]
5. Basque Choco Cheesecake [kazunori ikeda individuel]
1. Paris-Brest Chocolat Praliné [Pâtisserie Sadaharu AOKI paris]
Paris-Brest Chocolat Praliné: 648 yen per piece
A Paris-Brest featuring a choux pastry shell baked with cocoa, generously filled with chocolate and praline cream, and a hidden praline center. The crispy texture of caramelized hazelnuts on the surface adds a delightful accent.
Pâtisserie Sadaharu AOKI paris, Chef Aoki
Buyer's Recommendation!
This is an exclusive item for the Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store by the master pastry chef, Sadaharu Aoki. The satisfying sweetness of the chocolate and the praline in the center create a luxurious cream puff. While not large, one piece is incredibly satisfying. It's a treat I hope many people will get to enjoy.
2. Cake Chloé [PIERRE HERMÉ PARIS]
Cake Chloé: 2,700 yen per cake
A pound cake featuring the popular "Chloé" flavor, which combines the fruity acidity of raspberry with bitter chocolate.
PIERRE HERMÉ PARIS, Mr. Pierre Hermé
Buyer's Recommendation!
An exclusive item for the Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store from the renowned PIERRE HERMÉ PARIS. This cake is large enough to share with family or a partner. The tartness of the raspberry perfectly complements the bitter chocolate, creating an addictive flavor.
3. Original Collection [Fran's Chocolates]
Original Collection: 3,132 yen for a box of 6
A set of six truffles, featuring the most popular Salted Caramels and other ideas from Fran Bigelow. The truffles allow you to simply enjoy the flavors of the ingredients, showcasing her delicate sensibility.
Fran's Chocolates, Ms. Fran Bigelow
Buyer's Recommendation!
A noteworthy brand making its debut this year. It's the only American brand at the event. These delicate and elegant chocolates will overturn any preconceived notions about American chocolate. The most popular Salted Caramel, in particular, has a genius balance of chocolate, caramel, and salt!
4. Choux Chocolat Single Origin [MAGIE DU CHOCOLAT]
Choux Chocolat Single Origin: 580 yen per piece
An exclusive flavor for the Sapporo event, made with Arriba Nacional cacao beans from Ecuador. You can enjoy the rich cream and the abundant flavor of the cacao beans.
MAGIE DU CHOCOLAT, Chef Matsumuro
Buyer's Recommendation!
MAGIE DU CHOCOLAT is dedicated to chocolate-making, starting from the cultivation of cacao beans. This year's cream puff is even better than last year's, using a specific type of cacao bean, making it a must-try for connoisseurs. Please enjoy this limited-edition item that is both milky and allows you to fully savor the flavor of the cacao beans.
5. Basque Choco Cheesecake [kazunori ikeda individuel]
Basque Choco Cheesecake: 3,101 yen per cake
This popular cheesecake, with its irresistibly bittersweet burnt top, is now available in a limited-edition flavor to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Marui Imai. Enjoy the encounter of rich cheese and chocolate.
kazunori ikeda individuel, Chef Ikeda
Buyer's Recommendation!
kazunori ikeda individuel is one of the top five most popular brands at the event, with many fans. This Basque Choco Cheesecake showcases the exquisite balance of cheese and chocolate, characteristic of a patisserie trained in Paris. It pairs well with hot milk or milk tea, and also with alcoholic beverages like whiskey.
About SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022
SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022 is an annual chocolate festival held at the Odori-kan 9th Floor Event Hall of the Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store. The 2022 event marks the 20th time it has been held in Japan and the 16th time in Sapporo, featuring many brands from around the world.
Some items sell out quickly after they go on sale, so be sure to visit early to get the chocolates you're looking for.
SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022
Location: Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store, Odori-kan 9th Floor Event Hall
Dates: January 27 (Thu) - February 14 (Mon), 2022, 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
*February 9 (Wed) - February 12 (Sat), hours are 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2022 Website
