Yesterday, Paul and I went to visit the first ever Southeast Asian store of the famous Laduree from Paris. I've been hearing about this from friends who has been to Japan and Hong Kong and would talk non-stop about this mouth-watering macaron shop. During my recent trip to Hong Kong though, I had this in my list but was unsuccesful in finding it. As I flew back home, I told myself that the right time will come when I will finally be able to visit Laduree. Well, I never thought that time would come so soon. Imagine how happy I was when I read a news article announcing that Laduree is opening in Singapore soon. I made a mental countdown and when it officially opened its doors last Monday, I was determined to visit this and brave the lines the very next day.
So here we were right outside Laduree as we had to line up and wait for our turn to enter the store. Luckily, the wait wasn't that long thanks to the ever efficient service of the Laduree staff. We waited for about 15 minutes which went by quite fast as Paul and I were busy admiring the beautiful and Paris-chic exteriors of the store.
Finally, it was the moment we've both been waiting for. As soon as dinner was over and the plates have been cleared, washed and left to dry -- Paul and I headed back to the dining table for the ceremonial opening of the Laduree box. I carefully peeled open the sticker, so slowly that the last thing I want to happen is to drop the box and to have macaron crumbs even before I can get to admire them.
As soon as we saw the colorful macarons, I felt my heart skip a beat. It was so beautiful. I can't believe I'm gushing over food! Oh well.. nothing too surprising for Frannywanny don't you agree? ;)
I also liked the Pistachio but somehow felt that the flavor was pretty ordinary compared to the first two flavors that we've tried. Whereas the Strawberry Candy Marshmallow was a good surprise. I chose this simply because the name sounded really special. We both think that this one will click with the kids as it tasted like a strawberry flavored smores. It's good despite being a tad sweeter compared to the other flavors.
Sweet Success!!! |
Laduree has two shops in Takashimaya Shopping Centre. The first one is a counter at the ground floor of the mall beside the Louis Vuitton store while a complete and prettier shop is located at the 2nd floor. As with anything good and delicious here in Singapore, expect long lines in both Laduree stores for the next few weeks or months. I recommend that you go early or take a friend with you to make waiting more bearable.
Visit the Laduree Boutique at 391 Orchard Road #02-09 Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City. The Laduree Counter is located at store #01-24A of the same mall.
Visit the Laduree Boutique at 391 Orchard Road #02-09 Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City. The Laduree Counter is located at store #01-24A of the same mall.
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