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Minimal's Summer Delight: Miyazaki Mango Chocolate Cake

Minimal, the renowned specialty chocolate brand based in Tokyo, is set to launch a unique summer dessert: the "Gâteau Chocolat Soft - Miyazaki Mango." This exclusive cake will be available from May 31, 2025, at their locations in Yoyogi-Uehara and Azabudai Hills.

This chocolate cake features luscious, perfectly ripe Miyazaki mango, enveloped in a buttery cookie crust, blending flavors reminiscent of the popular Taiwanese pineapple cake. The innovative design showcases the essence of summer in every bite, making it a must-try for dessert enthusiasts.

A Unique Flavor Profile

Chocolate and Mango Marble Cake

The cake features a marbled combination of chocolate and mango through a special mango puree and caramel-infused base, expertly intertwined with Madagascar cocoa chocolate. This innovative approach brings forth a delightful blend of sweet mango and rich chocolate, pleasing to both the palate and the senses. The mango base retains the vibrant aroma and rich sweetness of fresh fruit, while the caramel adds depth, complemented beautifully by the fruity notes of the chocolate.

Homemade Mango Jam

At the core of this cake is a specially crafted mango jam, made from Miyazaki's high-sugar-content mangoes, boasting an average sweetness of over 15 degrees. This intense concentrate encapsulates the rich flavor, aroma, and sweetness of the fruit, enhancing the overall cake experience. Enjoy the deep, luscious taste of mango in every slice.

Thick Butter Cookie Layer

The cookie layer encases the top and sides of the cake, crafted to provide a satisfying crunch with every bite. Infused with a rich buttery flavor, its thick structure adds texture while trapping the delightful aromas of mango and chocolate within.

Overcoming the challenge of retaining mango's delicate aroma during baking, Minimal creatively utilizes mango puree, caramel, and jam to maximize the fruit's essence, ensuring its flavor shines brightly in this summer sensation.

Perfect for Summer Gifting

This unique chocolate-baked treat promises to be the center of attention, perfect for summer gatherings or as a thoughtful gift. Unlike traditional chocolate treats that may melt in warmer weather, this cake's baked nature ensures it maintains its integrity. Delight loved ones or treat yourself with this seasonal joy.

Release Information

• - Price: ¥3,990 (tax included)
• - Release Date: May 31, 2025
• - Availability Until: End of July 2025 (approx.)
• - Store Locations: Yoyogi-Uehara and Azabudai Hills stores

About Nagatomo Farm

Nagatomo Farm, located in Nishitama, Miyazaki, is renowned for cultivating high-quality mangoes. Each fruit, exhibiting a high sugar content and minimal fiber, is carefully harvested at its peak ripeness. They employ a meticulous process, covering each mango to ensure it ripens naturally on the tree for the best flavor. The dedicated teamwork employed here results in mangoes with a rich taste, aroma, and mouthfeel.

Expert Care All Year Round

Growing mangoes is no small feat; it requires attention to temperature control, pollination, watering, and all cultivation aspects. They monitor the temperature and adjust it gradually for optimal flowering times, showcasing years of experience and commitment. From thousands of blossoms, only a few mangoes will ultimately bear fruit, emphasizing the labor-intensive selection process.

"If this mango brings a smile to our customers, it makes a whole year of hard work worthwhile," shares Mr. Nagatomo, encapsulating the dedication and passion that drives their farming.

Artisan Methodology at Minimal

Minimal caters to high-quality cacao through meticulous handcrafting, sourcing beans from various regions worldwide. Adhering to the philosophy of producing simple yet exquisite chocolate, their chefs, who have honed their skills at Michelin-starred restaurants, collaborate to create remarkable quality products.

Through sustainable practices and direct cooperation with cacao farmers, they aim to develop high-quality flavors while also addressing economic independence in cacao production. In 2019, as part of a JICA project, they undertook cacao assessments in Nicaragua.

With a focus on high-quality cacao production, Minimal has received over 101 international awards over the past decade for its unwavering commitment to excellence. Their creations are designed not just to satisfy hunger but to leave a lasting impression, making every chocolate experience unforgettable.

Minimal Locations

With a café space at their locations, visitors can also enjoy coffee, chocolate, and parfaits.

• - Minimal Tomigaya: Tokyo, Shibuya - Open Mon-Sun, 11:30-19:00
• - Minimal The Baking Yoyogi-Uehara: Tokyo, Shibuya - Open Mon-Sun, 11:00-19:00
• - Patisserie Minimal Soshigaya-Ookura: Tokyo, Setagaya - Open Mon-Sun, 10:00-18:00
• - Minimal The Specialty Azabudai Hills: Tokyo, Minato - Open Mon-Sun, 11:00-19:00

Company Overview

• - Name: βace Co., Ltd.
• - Representative: Takashi Yamashita
• - Location: 151-0063 Tokyo, Shibuya 2-1-9
• - Employees: 40 (including part-time)
• - Business: Manufacture and sale of chocolate products, operation of Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate.

Get ready to indulge in this exceptional summer treat that celebrates the vibrancy of Miyazaki mangoes, wrapped in the warmth of chocolate, only at Minimal!

For more information, visit their official website.