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Otaru's "Gâteau Frères" famous for its earthenware pudding, but is it true that its baked goods are actually the best?
However, the owner and chef says that it is actually the baked goods that he wants people to try. ......We paid a visit to find out what this is all about.
The appearance of Gâteau Frères is like a confectionery shop in a picture book. The location near the sea is also somewhat nice: it opened in front of Zenibako Station in 2002 and moved to its current location in 2015.
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Let's get started right away, but first let's take a look at the much talked about "earthenware pudding". Seeing is believing!
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It really is a dreamy visual with an earthenware pot full of pudding. The pudding is a traditional hard pudding, squeezed with fresh whipped cream and covered with colorful fruits. The pudding in an earthenware pot may sound like a joke, but it is unexpectedly beautiful and definitely delicious.
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In addition to these signature products, the owner-chef also focuses on baked goods. Looking around the store again, one realizes that more than half of the space is devoted to baked goods. (Since it was before Christmas when the interview was conducted, it should be noted that the store's display was decorated for Christmas.
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The owner-chef says, "Baked goods are actually a very deep thing. After all, once you take them out of the oven, they become products as they are, without decorations like cakes. It's because you can't cheat that it's so interesting.
This is exactly how a pastry chef shows his skills. If the baked goods are delicious, it may be no exaggeration to say that the other products are also delicious.
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The good thing about baked sweets is that they are individually packaged, making it easy to get your hands on several kinds. By the way, the photo above shows "Octopus Cookies" and "Umineko Cookies. They are engraved with the word "ZENIBAKO," so they make great souvenirs.
The crispy texture and buttery flavor are simple but exquisitely delicious. I am convinced that the spirit of the owner-chef can only be felt by actually eating it.
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Gâteau Frères also sells cakes and cream puffs. The hefty "Qianbao Roll Cake" is a popular item, filled with fresh cream.
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Also, "Mochimochi Cheese," a cream cheese mousse wrapped in gyuhi with fresh cream and sponge, will surprise you with its unique texture and taste! Gâteau Frères is a delightful confectionary store where you can find such original sweets as clay pot pudding .......
If you visit Zenibako, be sure to stop by!
<Gâteau Frères, a pastry store in the town of the sea.
Location: 3-4-11 Zenibako, Otaru City, Hokkaido
Phone: 0134-62-6446
Facebook: https: //www.facebook.com/gateauxfrere/
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