Saturday, March 29, 2014

Top bakeries/patisseries in Tokyo 4 - Joel Robuchon

Joel Robuchon is another bakery that worth visiting when you are in Tokyo. The bakery offers traditional French bread as well as specialty ones such as croc foie gras et pomme.

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Monday, March 10, 2014

Top bakeries/patisseries in Tokyo 3 - Maison Kayser

Eric Kayser is considered as one of France's best bakers. His bakery Mason Kayser is located throughout Tokyo. You can find it at the food floor of big department stores as well as big shopping complex such as Tokyo Midtown. His signature creation is his unique sourdough breads that rely entirely on a liquid natural starter without commercial yeast. Here are some photos taken from the Mason Kayser at Tokyo Midtown.

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Thursday, March 6, 2014

Top bakeries/patisseries in Tokyo 2 - Pierre Herme

Pierre Herme is another must visit if you are in Tokyo. The master pastry chef is famous for his macarons. French Vogue magazine dubbed him "The Picasso of Pastry." 

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Top bakeries in Tokyo 1 - Gontran Cherrier

Got a sweet tooth? Then Tokyo is definitely a city for your sweet addiction. The city is full of world class bakeries and patisseries. One of them is Gontran Cherrier. The famous French baker produces topnotch breads, pastries and sandwiches. His Tokyo shops offer Japanese-inspired items such as matcha (green tea) croissant. 

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