These might not link closely with each other but they are the flavors of Antoinette's latest collection that breathes a new life into classic French pastries. These predominantly mousse-based cakes are very light, fruity and delicate, without failing to pay attention to the slightest aesthetics details. It was an exhilarating journey to savor all of them in one sitting but I couldn't pen down my thoughts immediately them as I wanted a longer to time to reflect and sort out the feelings.
After all, taste and preferences are always highly subjective matters. The cake that lingered in my mind till today was Marionette ($9.50), a French chestnut Chantilly perfumed with dark rum for a mature yet mystical allure.
It isn't glaringly sweet, but not short of chestnut intensity and the citrusy contrast from the orange confit. The combined strength relegated the black sugar crumbles into a role on texture rather than flavor, but yet without it this Marionette would be less complete.
I've never tasted the predecessors of the Superlova but I must confessed this is the best rose-lychee creation I've had so far. Despite the numerous components, they gelled seamlessly together into a pleasantly creamy delight with light floral notes. The rose flavor is neither overpowering nor elusive, just at the right level that would lift moods up and strike a perfect landing with the refreshing Yuzu and tangy raspberry. Very few chefs have achieved this feat and this is truly one beloved rose cake to treasure.
Charlotte III ($9) strawberry mousse, forest berry jelly, chiffon cake, white chocolate vanilla cream
Juxtaposed against the Superlova shone too brightly like a superstar, the Charlotte III is like your girl next door that is shy, demure and soft-spoken. It's a simple celebration of vanilla and strawberry with forest berry jelly and white chocolate. You won't fall in love at first taste but neither would you hate it to the core. But it has that mass appeal that makes it an ideal choice for a party pleaser.
Adding fleur de sel to caramel is a guaranteed way to seduce any chocolate lovers and this Brittany ($9.50), a chocolate chantily- caramel mousse cake is no exception. Then there's the crunchy almond feuilettine beneath everything that wins it all. That said, it is not too difficult to find a similar cake like this and it does little to showcase the true potential of the chef. And the fact that this costs at least $10 after gst and taxes, the magical appeal might just vanish......
The Terrarium ($20) is THE most artfully constructed piece I've ever eaten and I'm glad it made a comeback this summer. Dark chocolate mousse, passionfruit parfait, caramelized banana flambe.....all packaged tastefully beneath a garden of mushrooms, butterflies, pebbles and flora.
I didn't notice the smoked almond nougatine though and this probably is a sign for me to try it again. While this cake is good for sharing between 4-6 pax, I would imagine getting one for myself, jamming my face into the chocolate bowl before I wallow at the memory of it.
Mooncakes are available from 1st August
Early bird rates at 20% off are available for orders made before 27th August.
Corporate discounts are available at 25% off for orders between 50-100 boxes and 30% off for orders above 100 boxes.
Antoinette
Penhas Road Outlet
30 Penhas Road (off Lavender Street)
Singapore 208188
Tel (65) 6293 3121
Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm (last order 9.30pm)
Fri/eve of PH 11am-11pm (last order 10.30pm)
Sat 10am-11pm (last order 10.30pm)
Sun/PH 10am to 10pm (last order 9.30pm)
For details about other outlets, visit: www.antoinette.com.sg
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