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Desserts to try in Japan

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The Japanese take pride in their cuisine and abilities to draw the natural flavours and goodness out from ingredients. The Japanese have further evolved their techniques by adopting French pastry skills and taking it to the next level. Here are some must try places of Japan. Henri Charpentier Locations: All over Japan -  Visit the website Strawberry Shortcake Blueberry Cheesecake Apple Tart Henri Charpentier has embedded his cakes deep into Japanese's cake society. Everyone knows about. Everyone eats it. Petit Mignon Location: Hakodate, Hokkaido Chocolate and creme brulee Chocolate Mousse Opera Chocolate layered cake Cute local cake shop that serves impressive cakes and macarons. Sadaharu Aoki Locations: All over Japan Seasonal special cake with raspberries 'Bamboo' - Green tea and chocolate Another powerhouse in cakes. Sadaharu Aoki is challenging the normal constraints of cake and making exc...

Best cheap eats in London

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Best cheap eats in London With the current exchange rate not being the best (AUD to GBP = 0.55*), it’s becoming important to find good places offering great meals at a reasonable price. Here are a few places to visit when in London. Dishoom Dishoom plays on the Irani cafes that were found in Bombay. Zoroastrian immigrants came to London and setup these cafes to allow everyone to experience this unique cuisine.  Pau Bhaji Dishoom Calarmari Chicken Ruby Masala Prawns There are several locations throughout London such as Carnaby (SOHO) and King’s Cross. I highly recommend visiting the King’s Cross location because once you step into the restaurant, you are taken back to a time and place of Irani Bombay cafes. Also should be noted that waiting in line for dinner during peak times can come with a one and a half waiting time. Price:  £50 (for 2 pax) including beers Locations: Various Reservations: Not for groups smaller than 6 pax Rating: 10/10 ...