Three houses, three offerings, one focus... making Valentine's Day an unforgettable moment. As this day of love approaches, the atmosphere is already filled with chocolatey and fruity scents in the lair of each of these artisans of taste.
From classic must-have pieces to authentic and sumptuous creations, everyone will find what they are looking for...and that of their soulmate for the Saint -valentine.
Michalak or chocolate tenderness
Opting for modernity in his art, la Michalak house is renowned for its signature creations that have become essential. The couple Chistophe and Delphine Michalak intend to celebrate love as it should be, through two proposals, each more tempting than the other.
Let's start with the Heart Delphine, a unique work of art in the shape of a heart, whose pulsations will follow those of your heart and especially of your gourmandise. A piece that is first devoured with the eyes, and exudes an elegant simplicity inviting you to taste it… But the pinnacle of taste is found inside, with a base made of a crunchy gianduja – chocolate biscuit duo, topped with an incredibly smooth dulcey caramel. The whole thing is topped with a light milk chocolate mousse, starred with small pieces of caramelized almonds for a touch of crunch. A 100% wheat flour-free dessert, available online and in all stores from February 10, 2022 at a price of 24 euros (for 4/5 people).
Let us rediscover the melancholy of our childhood with the Teddy Bear Box, a superb box of 12 sweet and generous bears reminiscent of the good taste of authentic chocolate from our childhood! Very delicious, we find 3 vanilla marshmallow bears coated in 40% milk chocolate, 3 chocolate marshmallow bears coated in 66% dark chocolate, 3 hazelnut marshmallow bears, roasted hazelnuts coated in 40% milk chocolate, and finally 3 pistachio marshmallow bears, roasted pistachios coated in 66% dark chocolate.
An unforgettable moment to share! Creations also 100% wheat flour-free, available online and in all stores from February 10, 2022 for 60 euros (660 grams).
Ladurée Creations, life in pink
Adored macaron specialist, the Ladurée house, with 160 years of experience, is showcasing its must-have macarons in a gourmet box, alongside a unique creation specially designed for Valentine's Day. Two tempting and delicious options to enjoy as a couple!
The Valentine's Day macaron box… the house's flagship since forever, Ladurée macarons are presented here in a box with pastel pink illustrations of Parisian streets, inviting you to take a romantic stroll! Opening the box is synonymous with a dive into a world of fruity scents and sweet aromas... filled with a soft yogurt ganache and sprinkled with pink sugar flakes, these macarons are simply irresistible. The perfect blend of the creaminess and acidity of yogurt with the sweet, "candy" notes of amarena makes each bite an unparalleled taste experience. Available from January 12 to February 15, 2022 at a price of 25 euros.
Authentic creation dressed all in red, theDesserts to share by Ladurée is a piece that was imagined by Julien Alvarez, Head of Sweet Creation, to enhance the highlights of Valentine's Day. With its beveled heart shape, its shimmering vermillion red color and its roof topped with a pastel pink butterfly, this dessert hides in its hollow a crunchy coconut and fleur de sel shortbread, combined with a coconut and lime madeleine biscuit, and enhanced by a grapefruit and raspberry jelly in a delicious harmony, all topped with a light coconut cream, soft and smooth. A euphony of sweet notes for a euphoria of all the senses. Available from February 11 to 14, 2022 at a price of 24 euros.
Maison Caffet, Love and Temptations
A true Master Artisan of chocolate and pastry making and holder of countless trophies and awards, the House Caffet no longer needs to be introduced in the world of successful creations. For this Saint -valentine, the house lifts the veil on no fewer than four masterpieces for the greatest pleasure of lovers. Succumb to these sweet temptations!
As a preliminary, let's start with the Duo of desserts, a game of hearts in red and black with a sublime design for unequivocal pleasure... The first, entitled " Love ", is composed of a base made of a soft almond and lemon zest biscuit, compote and melting pieces of cherries, drowned in a tender almond fruit mousse. The second, with the sweet name of " Eternal », prefers a soft almond and rice flour biscuit base, accompanied by a harmonious duo of Bourbon vanilla cream and intense dark chocolate mousse, all enhanced by a touch of fleur de sel. Unexpected recipes, perfect for Valentine's Day, which promise an explosion of flavors in the mouth! Available from 1er February 2022 in all stores at a recommended price of 24,50 euros.
Let's continue the rush of taste pleasure with the Delicious treats, macaroons and butter cookies, which recall a more festive and relaxed atmosphere! The first, macaron hearts, combines fruity notes with the spiciness of Espelette pepper, with a shell of sweet almond fruit, a raspberry jam heart and mixed with fiery chili for an incomparable bouquet for the taste buds. While the latter, crunchy butter cookies and almond fruit, transport you to a crunchy and delicious world. The macarons are available in all stores at a recommended price of 1,75 euros each, while the biscuits, also available in stores, can be ordered online at a price of 12,50 euros per 100g bag. Both creations will be on sale from the 1er February 2022.
The romance of a thousand flavors continues with another chocolate delight entitled “ My heart and yours " On the one hand, a concentrate of pleasure with the bite Raspberry Heart with raspberry jam and sweet almond praline, all covered in a generous 70% intense dark chocolate. On the other side, a small succulent avalanche with the Praline Hearts, mini-bites with almond praline, coated in intense 70% dark chocolate, and with hazelnut praline coated in 36% milk chocolate. Both creations are available online from the 1er February at the same price of 20,95 euros.
Finally, love in apotheosis with this Chocolate Temptation Hearts Box, an assortment of exceptional praline hearts, ideal to accompany your greatest declarations of love! This treasure box is made up of 16 magnificent chocolate hearts, with various recipes, each more delicious than the last… LOVE ME », praline with Piedmont hazelnuts, enhanced with raspberry, coated in white chocolate – « IDYLL », hazelnut and almond praline, coated in 70% dark chocolate – « ROMEO », praline with Valencia almonds coated in milk chocolate. With this box of all the pleasures, it is better to succumb to temptation than to resist it! Creation available from 1er February 2022 in all stores and online, at a price of 20,95 euros (box of 16 hearts, 150 g).
Erdan Telrit
