Experience a Week of Exquisite Autumn Desserts at Hotel de L'alpage

Indulge in Shoko Hirase's Autumn Dessert Week at Hotel de L'alpage

An Unforgettable Culinary Experience

In the heart of Nagano's breathtaking Tateshina Highlands, Hotel de L'alpage invites you to a remarkable event—the third installment of the "Sweets Week" featuring the exquisite creations of renowned pastry chef, Shoko Hirase. Following successful events in May and August 2025, this dessert extravaganza will take place from November 8 to November 16, 2025, allowing guests to savor the rich flavors of autumn, including chestnuts, apples, and pumpkins.

Chef Hirase, whose talent shone at the Michelin-starred Restaurant L’aube in Roppongi, will be showcasing a range of delightful desserts that embody the essence of Japan's vibrant fall harvest. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to highlight seasonal ingredients and tantalize the senses, whether you’re enjoying a dessert during lunch or a special afternoon café time.

On the first day of the event, Chef Hirase will personally greet guests, adding an exclusive touch to the experience.

Event Details

- Dates: November 8 – November 16, 2025

Closed on November 11 and 12

- Location: Hotel de L'alpage, Tateshina Highlands, Nagano

Café Time (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Last Orders at 5:00 PM) at Bar 'Le Rêve':

- Shoko Hirase Cake Set: ¥3,000 (incl. tax and service charge)
- Shoko Hirase Dessert Plate: ¥3,500 (incl. tax and service charge)

Dinner Time (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Last Orders at 9:00 PM) at Restaurant 'Le Jardin':

- Shoko Hirase Dessert Plate Course Dinner: Starting at ¥27,000 (incl. tax and service charge)

To make a reservation or for inquiries, please call 0266-67-2001 or visit our website: Hotel de L'alpage

Featured Special Desserts

- Mont Blanc – Autumn’s Dual Layer Delight:

This luxurious adult's Mont Blanc is crafted using locally sourced chestnut paste. It features a rich chocolate layer topped with a smooth diplomat cream and a butterscotch ice cream, carefully presented with a cognac-infused chestnut paste. Garnished with balsamic chocolate sauce and a crispy chestnut-flavored financier, this dessert is a stunning harmony of sweetness, saltiness, and acidity.

- Fondant Potiron:

A warm dessert spotlighting Nagano's pumpkins, this dish features a molten center filled with white chocolate and pumpkin sauce, paired beautifully with Earl Grey ice cream and spiced cream. A warm treat that delights with every bite.

- Pom Rouge:

Highlighting the sweetness of Nagano apples, this jewel-like dessert layers caramelized Tarte Tatin with cinnamon ice cream and almond rocher, topped with a red wine and apple juice gel sheet, creating a delightful and visually stunning dish.

Example Dinner Course (Including Shoko Hirase Dessert Plate)

1. Shinshu salmon marinated with root celery tart
2. Homemade smoked duck breast with green pepper balsamic
3. Rabbit terrine with Shinshu apple puree
4. Cream stewed Hokkaido veal with wild mushrooms
5. Shoko Hirase's Autumn Mont Blanc Dessert
6. Coffee or tea with petit fours

Available courses are priced at ¥27,000, ¥32,000, and ¥40,000 (incl. tax and service charge). For reservations and inquiries, please call 0266-67-2001 or visit Hotel de L'alpage

About Chef Shoko Hirase

Chef Hirase hails from Kumamoto and honed her skills at esteemed patisseries in Paris, including the iconic "Stohrer" and the Eiffel Tower's "Jules Verne." After returning to Japan, she became the head pastry chef at top venues and founded Restaurant L’aube in 2016 with Chef Imamura. Awarded the Gault & Millau Best Pastry Chef in 2020, her talent was also featured in the documentary "Jounetsu Tairiku" in 2022.

About Hotel de L'alpage

Hotel de L'alpage offers a refined alpine experience, boasting 12 immaculate rooms that encapsulate a touch of luxury reminiscent of a French villa amid Nagano's nature. Guests can indulge in authentic French cuisine at the restaurant 'Le Jardin,' led by Chef Tatsuya Hoshino, who focuses on local ingredients and pairs meals with an extensive wine selection.

With picturesque views of the Tateshina and Yatsugatake mountains and a serene setting, Hotel de L'alpage is a perfect example of Japanese hospitality.

Location: 4035-1820 Kitayama, Chino City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
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