My wife and I visited Southend-on-Sea for final shopping
before Christmas. Heavy rain eased as we walked up the High Street. My wife
remarked that Patisserie Valerie had arrived in town; therefore we made a point
of seeing what was on offer. Displayed in
the windows and behind counters there was a fantastic array of fabulously
sumptuous cakes and patisseries. People were stopping to admire the stunning, mouth-watering
selection of creamy, chocolate and fruit gateaux.
Belgium born Madam Valerie opened her first café in Frith
Street, London, in 1926 with the mission of introducing the finest continental
patisserie to the English. Patisserie Valeria went on to become a successful business,
today having 23 cafes in London, 42 elsewhere in England and 2 in Edinburgh. All of
their cakes and patisseries are handmade with fresh ingredients, many
containing real cream and exotic fruit. A huge range is on offer, but
individual cakes can be made to order, including those for weddings and
other celebratory occasions. Here’s a list of a few that make the
mouth water: Double Chocolate Gateau, Chocolate Mirror, Fresh Exotic fruit Gateau,
Black Forest Gateau, Profiteroles Valerie Style and Chocolate, Strawberry and
Banana Gateau.
There was no time for sampling a delight today, but we have
earmarked Patisserie Valerie for a relaxing treat, perhaps in the New Year.
Links
Patisserie Valerie
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