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New Summer Menu at Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan, located at 1-6-1 Nishiikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, is set to tantalize taste buds with an innovative new summer menu starting Thursday, May 1, 2025. Under the guidance of General Manager Shigeo Ito, the hotel’s bakery team has crafted an array of delectable breads and cakes that celebrate the flavors of early summer.

The star of the new offerings is the Rhubarb Danish, a fresh take on the classic pastry. This delightful treat features a custard cream made with cream cheese, topped with syrup-marinated rhubarb, a vegetable known for its crisp texture and harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors.

In addition to the Rhubarb Danish, there are two other exciting new breads:

• - Premium Bread d'Mi - Earl Grey: Prized for its rich flavor, this hotel specialty incorporates aromatic Earl Grey tea leaves into the dough. It is generously filled with dried fruits like cranberries, orange peel, and lemon peel, resulting in a hearty and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea.
• - Baked Curry Bread: Made using the rich flavors of Massaman curry originating from Thailand, this unique bread is baked to perfection. The dough incorporates nutty brown rice flakes for a delightful crunch, creating a perfect balance of the creamy sweetness of coconut milk and spices that dance in your mouth. It's ideal for a meal or as a snack.

Another highlight of the new menu is the Cherry Flan, which combines flaky pastry made with fermented butter and creamy custard enriched with Jersey milk, Okukuji eggs, and Madagascar vanilla, all encasing sweet sour cherry compote.

The hotel is also featuring its popular Raspberry Basque Cheesecake for a limited time, available from May 1 to August 31, 2025. This indulgent cake, made with Hokkaido cream cheese, boasts a refreshing raspberry tartness and a delightful topping of whole raspberries, making it an ideal summer dessert.

Guests can enjoy these delights at the Cake & Bakery Shop on the first floor, open daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The shop not only presents these new creations but also offers a variety of cakes inspired by Ikebukuro, including cakes themed around the area's famous owl and the iconic Suica penguin, as well as other seasonal fruit cakes.

For those looking for the ultimate gift, the hotel also provides a range of premium bakery items crafted from their original flour blend, ensuring that each bite reflects the hotel's commitment to quality.

Seasonal Highlights

• - Rhubarb Danish: ¥350
• - Premium Bread d'Mi - Earl Grey: ¥600
• - Baked Curry Bread: ¥350
• - Cherry Flan: ¥600
• - Raspberry Basque Cheesecake: ¥3,200

For inquiries and reservations, guests can call 03-3980-5533 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Reservations can be made for the restaurant as well as for the new summer menu treats.

Take a moment to savor the seasonal flavors crafted by the talented pastry and bakery chefs at Hotel Metropolitan for an unforgettable early summer experience.