[Dining] Patisserie pain&croissant Patrick Lemesle Kagurazaka

Yesterday, I had some business in Kagurazaka, so I visited this shop I had been curious about.

I had hardly ever been to Kagurazaka, so I was surprised by how many restaurants there were and how lively it was.

I was tempted by the Japanese confectionery shops, but I headed to Patisserie pain&croissant Patrick Lemesle Kagurazaka, which I had set my heart on visiting.

The shop is located right behind the Tokyo University of Science, across from a park, and it has an atmosphere that makes it hard to believe it's so close to the bustling streets of Kagurazaka.
The greenery of the park and the shop's calm, French-style atmosphere matched perfectly, and I found myself drawn right inside.

Once inside, there was a row of cakes. Above them were baked goods and croissants. Both the top and bottom displays were beautifully crafted and caught my eye. The cakes weren't necessarily unusual, but they felt like classic choices that showcased the shop's unique personality.

I thought carefully while waiting in line, and chose the Mont Vert that stood out, the croissant egg cream, and another chocolate cake sorry, I didn't note down the name....

While waiting, I looked at the glass-walled kitchen and the master smiled at me. Hehe.

I was worried about whether I could get the Mont Vert home safely, but it was packed so carefully that it arrived in perfect condition!!

I thought the Mont Vert might be a Mont Blanc, but it had berry sauce inside. The base and the inside had a crunchy texture (like meringue?) and cream. The meringue gave the cake a sense of lightness, and the cream was lighter than any I've ever had. I usually only eat half a cake, but I polished off this one, which was about 1.3 times the size of other cakes. It didn't leave a lingering aftertaste, so it was really easy to eat while still having a rich flavor.

The croissant egg cream and the other chocolate cake were also delicious. For the egg cream, the balance between the dough and the cream was exquisite. It wasn't overly sweet and felt very natural. The dough didn't crumble, yet it was light. The chocolate cake had a flavor that expanded on what I imagine when I hear 'chocolate' (lol). I felt a depth I've never experienced before.

Everything was superb, and it's a shame that the shop is closing. I want to visit once a month (crying).