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Chio Shin July Pastry Masterclass × 和泉光一(ASTERISQUE)|Behind the Scenes Never compromising on flavor for the sake of efficiency.

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The Devil Is in the Details

  • Tart Shells: No need for pie weights or resting time, yet they remain shrink-free and perfectly shaped.

  • Flowable Batter: Eliminates the need for manual leveling, yielding a cake texture that is as light and fluffy as ever.

  • Macarons: No 30-minute resting period required, yet they still achieve a beautiful "foot" (skirt) and a delicate texture.

What seems like saving just a few minutes actually boosts production efficiency, minimizes human error, and ensures consistent quality.

The Philosophy Behind Ingredient Selection

  • Agricacao Chocolate: A partner brand of Relais Desserts (the prestigious French pastry association).

    A great chocolate doesn’t just offer an intense cocoa aroma; it must achieve harmony with other ingredients.

    Unlike some cocoa from Brazil or West Africa—which tends to have a heavier, more robust profile—Agricacao features a more nuanced aroma profile. Its delicate fruity acidity and nutty notes are easily preserved, making it uniquely suited for fruit-forward French pastries.

  • Adeka Food Loader Universal Whipping Cream / Spread: Ideal for creations where the spotlight needs to stay on the main flavor, preventing dairy notes from overpowering the palate.

"Not every layer needs to be the richest; every layer must simply have a reason to exist."

A truly great recipe doesn't just taste good—it empowers a team to replicate it reliably, striking the perfect balance between quality, efficiency, and consistency.

Highly Acclaimed!

A heartfelt thank you to Chef Koichi Izumi for generously sharing his valuable baking theories and techniques, guiding Taiwanese pastry chefs to a deeper understanding of the true essence of pastry making.