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Roppongi and Sendagaya-based restaurant company "REGINA" operates a panetteria. It is a 15-minute walk from the nearest station, Soshigaya-Okura, and there is also a bus stop nearby, making it surprisingly convenient to access. During a visit on a weekday before noon, there were only 3 people in the store, including myself. More customers arrived one after another. The large bread made with homemade natural yeast, colorful pastries, and bread with large toppings are exciting to look at. However, some bread can cost over 900 yen depending on the ingredients used, so it's essential to consult with your wallet.
● Campagne 1/4 (410 yen)
REGINA's masterpiece! A whole wheat and rye blended bread, perfect for meals. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. Enjoy it with a meal or soup. Also recommended for sandwiches.
⇨ I bought it last time and liked it. The crust is soft, and the crumb is fluffy and chewy. The bubbles are surprisingly small and packed, giving the dough a rich taste. As you chew, the sweetness of the flour comes later, and since the rye ratio is low, the acidity is mild, making it easy to eat. I love it!
● Prieze 1/4 (530 yen)
Made with natural yeast. A rustic bread from Puglia, Italy, using semolina flour. Enjoy the elasticity, chewiness, and bounciness of the crust. Perfect with pasta or soup. Contains honey.
⇨ The crust is firmer than Campagne and I couldn't help but exclaim "Delicious!" in my mind as soon as I bit into it. The crumb, which becomes richer as you chew, is chewy and bouncy. Semolina flour is a flour used for pasta, so the dough is elastic enough to stretch. The sweetness of honey is evident. I love this one too!
While visually appealing bread may catch your eye, I feel that the essence of this shop lies in its simple bread. The staff are also kind and have lovely smiles. I will definitely go back!