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Family purchased. When it comes to Tokyo Kaikan, Maron Chantilly is famous, and I think it is even served at the high-end restaurant in Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi store. I actually tried Maron Chantilly last year. Let's be honest. It didn't suit my taste at all. What didn't suit me was the cream. It didn't match at all, to the point where I didn't even leave a review or take a photo. The same person who purchased it last time also bought it this time, and I couldn't help but feel irritated, thinking, "Don't they remember last year?" I saw it at Marusho Akabane store when I went to eat katsudon, passed by at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi, and ignored it at other places. So, what came to our house this time was: Savarin (for adults), Strawberry Shortcake with Amaou strawberries, Chocolate and Berry cakes. I didn't buy them myself, so I don't know the prices. Savarin is a type with liqueur in a dropper, which is common nowadays. It is covered with cream and looks pure white like snow. The store said it contains 40% liqueur, making it strictly for adults, but the amount is not significant, so it doesn't give a strong impression (individual differences may apply). Inside, there is cube-shaped pear compote. There is plenty of whipped cream... really plenty. What doesn't match? Probably the extremely high milk fat content. After eating, there is a lingering greasiness in the mouth, which is not very pleasant. I avoid custards that say "made with plenty of whipped cream!" because of this. The same goes for Fukukohi's pudding. Some people may exclaim, "Wow, it's rich and creamy♡," but personally, this type of whipped cream is the worst for me. Well, it's a matter of preference, so it's suitable for those who like thick and heavy creamy textures. Amaou Strawberry Shortcake is almost twice the price of Savarin. Because it uses Amaou strawberries. The acidity of Amaou strawberries is quite strong. The sliced strawberries sandwiched between the sponge cake are likely not fresh but cooked. The texture is soft, and the cream has a slight color transfer from the strawberries. The sponge part melts nicely in the mouth, and it appears to be moistened with a strawberry syrup-like substance, possibly due to the color transfer from the strawberries. The cream is the same. It really makes a strong statement. Chocolate and Berry cake, according to the person who ate it, the berries balance out the sweetness of the chocolate, making it quite delicious. It's all a matter of preference, so it's up to you, but for those who like it, the heavy cream in this cake is quite unusual for modern times. It might be worth trying Maron Chantilly since it's famous. The main restaurant reportedly received one Michelin star this year. I wonder if the food is good. But if they serve this cream in desserts, I'm not so sure.