Frederic Cassel｜Frédéric Cassel 2012 Christmas Cake Collection
Frédéric Cassel: A Playful Array of Cakes!
Frédéric Cassel Christmas Cake Collection
Frédéric Cassel, one of France's most celebrated chocolatiers, has his flagship store and atelier nestled in the ancient town of Fontainebleau, surrounded by deep forests on the outskirts of Paris. We turn our attention to the Christmas cake collection from Frédéric Cassel, who, at just 36 years old, has been appointed president of Relais Desserts, an association of the world's top pastry chefs.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
Limited-Time Sale at Ginza Mitsukoshi from December 20th to 25th
This year's Frédéric Cassel offerings include a log cake that resembles a candlelit strawberry, and tarts featuring Cassel's signature chocolate and vanilla. The collection boasts a rich lineup, with some cakes available for pre-order and others for a limited time from December 20th (Thursday) to 25th (Tuesday).
Buche Ichigo
Limited Edition at Ginza Mitsukoshi (Pre-orders accepted until December 13th (Thursday))
Price | ¥5,250
This log cake captures the glow of city lights on Christmas Eve with strawberries. Dubbed "ICHIGO" by Cassel himself, this cake is a gift to Japan from a chef who deeply loves strawberries. It features a mascarpone cheese mousse, a soft strawberry cream, and a delightful crunch from the feuilletine.
Buche Jivara
Limited Edition at Ginza Mitsukoshi (Pre-orders accepted until December 13th (Thursday))
Price | ¥5,250
The "Buche Jivara" encases a crème brûlée mousse within a soft milk chocolate mousse. The bitterness of the chocolate biscuit provides a perfect accent, balancing the overall flavor. *Delivery available.
Buche Mori No Christmas
Limited Edition Catalog Item at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi (Pre-orders accepted until December 16th (Sunday))
Price | ¥5,250
This melt-in-your-mouth roll cake, a Buche de Noël, offers a perfect balance of caramel's subtle bitterness and cream. Themed around a "Christmas in the Forest of Fontainebleau" near Cassel's atelier, it features reindeer and mushrooms, wishing for a joyful and festive Christmas.
Tarte Vanille Noel
In-store Sale at Ginza Mitsukoshi (Limited-time sale from December 20th (Thursday) to 25th (Tuesday))
Price | ¥3,360
The "Tarte Vanille Noel" features a mousse infused with the aroma of Tahitian vanilla, with a raspberry coulis at its center. The fresh tartness of the raspberry cream and the fragrant tart base create a delightful contrast in this cake, sized for two to three people.
Buche Jivara
In-store Sale at Ginza Mitsukoshi (Limited-time sale from December 20th (Thursday) to 25th (Tuesday))
Price | ¥3,150
The "Buche Jivara," originally available only for delivery, will be offered for a limited time from December 20th (Thursday) to 25th (Tuesday) at the Ginza Mitsukoshi store. This size is suitable for two to three people.
Frédéric Cassel Ginza Mitsukoshi
4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo B2F
Tel: 03-3535-1930 (Direct)
http://www.frederic-cassel.jp/