Today I decided to pay a visit to the maestro of macaroons, Pierre Herme. First, I must confess that I do not like macaroons. I find them too sweet, and has a rather repulsive plasticky aftertaste. But, you know, when in Rome...etc.
I dutifully went in search of the branch on the rue du Bonaparte in the 6th arrondissement. It was not difficult to spot because there was a short queue outside the shop, even under a light drizzle. At first glance, it looked like an exclusive jewellery shop because the storefront was done up in black, nothing like your typical patisserie.
After a 10-minute wait, here was what I ended up with:
Dessert bliss costs EUR 12.75
My verdict?
So, THIS is what all the fuss is about! THIS is how it is supposed to be! The skin was light and crispy; the fillings just the right level of sweet and flavour. It certainly cheered up my lonely drizzling Saturday night.
1 comment:
Mmm... My friend bought some back from Paris, and sent them to me from California. Yummy!
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