Sold Out - Pre-order required. Shipping available from March. Chocolat R Artisan Rich Chocolate Cake (Valrhona)

About the Design: We envisioned a chocolate cake that is understated yet fully expresses the luxurious aroma of pure cacao! We steered clear of ingredients that offer an immediate, intense sensation but quickly become tiresome and offer no real benefit. Our aim was to create a chocolate cake that is simple and beautiful, leaving no lingering aftertaste, a dessert that you can enjoy for a long time without it being overly sweet—a flavor that gradually captivates, subtly powerful. To achieve this, we refined the traditional French classical chocolate cake recipe, tailoring it for a Taiwanese palate. We reduced the sweetness while preserving the rich cacao aroma. We generously incorporated Saint James rum (a favorite of Hemingway...) to enhance the cacao's fragrance and improve the cake's overall moisture. For the crucial cacao ingredient, after extensive testing, we selected the most exceptional and consistently performing chocolate from Valrhona. About the Texture: ROCOCO's first creation is a densely rich chocolate cake crafted with a high proportion of premium Valrhona Tanori 64% cacao. Our unique natural baking technique ensures a moist and light texture. The cacao beans are sourced from the Dominican Republic, a region where subtropical climates meet hurricane paths. This unique environment lends the chocolate notes of yellow fruit and a refreshing citrus zest. The finish reveals a caramelized dried fruit aroma, enhanced by the chef's house-made rum-soaked raisins, creating a complex and satisfyingly smooth flavor. It serves as an excellent entry point for chocolate aficionados. Storage: Valrhona chocolates must be stored in the freezer. For optimal texture, allow them to thaw at room temperature to approximately 5-15°C (41-59°F). If already sliced and not fully consumed, place the remaining cake back in its original box and store it in the freezer. It should be consumed within 3 days. Uncut, the cake can be stored in the freezer for 7-10 days. Beverage Pairing Suggestions: We recommend pairing with light coffee, whiskey, tea, or orange juice. **Brand Story** **Returning Food to Its Natural Splendor** ROCOCO was born from a desire to restore the authentic flavors of food, utilizing quality ingredients and reviving traditional, intricate techniques. We are a professional Taiwanese chocolate artisan brand dedicated to channeling the chef's talent into developing superior baking techniques rather than merely cutting costs. Our mission is to bring back the original essence of European patisserie, developed over centuries, and adapt it for an even more refined Taiwanese palate. **A Chocolatier's Lifelong Dedication** Our pastry chef boasts over a decade of baking experience and a solid foundation in baking techniques. Having served as a pastry chef in five-star hotels and participating in numerous international chocolate competitions, they also undertook specialized training in authentic Valrhona techniques in Japan. Here, in our studio, we utilize premium ingredients that even five-star hotels might hesitate to use, aiming to restore the professional artistry of desserts and evoke the profound joy of a first taste. **Media Features**  Ppaper Magazine: An Unwavering Pursuit of Taste, Exchanged for a Lifetime.  Taste Magazine: A Chocolate Cake That Moves You with Every Bite.  20 30 40 Magazine: NO COCO NO LIFE! Experience the Comforting Magic of Premium Chocolate. *A truly delicious chocolate cake should be as light as a feather yet as rich as life itself... No Coco No Life!* Origin/Manufacturing Method Handmade in Taiwan, produced to order.