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Exciting Summer Treat: New Cold Pasta with Sweet Corn Cream

7-Eleven Japan, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, will unveil its latest addition to the popular cold pasta series, the 'Cold Pasta: Sweet Corn Cream'. Starting from August 5, this delicious offering will be available at select 7-Eleven locations across the country.

This unique dish highlights the natural sweetness of corn with a silky, creamy sauce featuring a delightful crunchy texture. Designed to be savored chilled, this cold pasta is the perfect companion for hot summer days. Its vibrant colors are just as attractive as its taste, making it a must-try item.

Features of Cold Pasta: Sweet Corn Cream

• - Price: 500 JPY (tax included: 540 JPY)
• - Launch Date: August 5, 2023 (available progressively)
• - Availability: Nationwide (excludes certain areas: Aomori, Iwate, Akita, parts of Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Shizuoka, and Kinki region)

Creamy Sauce with Rich Flavor

The pasta is enveloped in a luxurious cream sauce made by carefully frying grated onions to enhance their sweetness and umami, combined with corn purée and cream for a smooth finish. The marriage of gentle corn sweetness and rich cream creates a deep flavor, even when chilled. The silky texture of the sauce covers the pasta evenly, offering a satisfying culinary experience.

Highlights of the Corn Topping

The corn on top is steamed to bring out its vivid color and maximize its natural sweetness. This thoughtful preparation ensures that each bite delivers a burst of flavor and a pleasing texture, adding to the dish's overall appeal.

A Note from the Developer

The production of this dish was carefully crafted to embrace the gentle sweetness of corn and the creamy depth of the sauce, alongside contrasting textures. It's a fantastic choice for a lunch on hot days. We encourage everyone to give it a try!

Current Cold Pasta Offerings

In addition to the Sweet Corn Cream, 7-Eleven also has other delightful options available:

Cold Pasta: Prosciutto with Basil Sauce

• - Price: 500 JPY (tax included: 540 JPY)
• - Availability: Currently available in Tohoku, parts of Ibaraki, Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Kinki, and Kyushu.

This dish combines basil sauce, tomatoes, prosciutto, and cream cheese to create a refreshing yet rich flavor, making it a visually stunning pasta option.

Cold Pasta: Shrimp in Tomato Cream

• - Price: 520 JPY (tax included: 561.60 JPY)
• - Availability: Currently available nationwide, excluding Tochigi, parts of Ibaraki, Gunma, Tottori, parts of Okayama, Shikoku, and Okinawa.

This cold pasta features a tomato cream sauce enriched with shrimp flavor and is accompanied by shrimp, stewed tomatoes, cream cheese, and parsley, offering a savory and enjoyable dining experience.

Note: Prices may vary by location. Tax-inclusive prices apply a reduced tax rate of 8%. Due to limited availability or other issues, items may no longer be available at some stores. The product image is for illustration purposes only. For detailed area-specific sales information and further updates, please visit the official 7-Eleven website.