Peninsula Merchandising Limited will be selling limited-edition products for the 2020 festive season at two The Peninsula Boutique & Cafe locations in Tokyo (Shin-Maru Building and Isetan Shinjuku) starting December 1st.
The common theme for festive seasons at The Peninsula hotels worldwide is "Gifts from the Christmas Tree." A special fairy tale designed exclusively for The Peninsula guides guests through festive traditions from around the world. In-store decorations and exclusive festive gift packaging feature the Peninsula's iconic page boy from the story, as well as six characters associated with global traditions, including the Nutcracker, the Gingerbread Man, the reindeer, Santa Claus, and Red Robin. Make this festive season a memorable one by gifting chocolates and exquisite gifts to your family, friends and loved ones. Shin-Marunouchi Building Store
1-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-6590, 1st basement floor
Opening hours: 8:00-21:00 (Café last order 20:30)
TEL: 03 5223 2888
*Opening Saturday, November 14th
Isetan Shinjuku Store
3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022, Isetan Shinjuku Store, Main Building, 1st basement floor, Pla de Epicerie
Opening hours: 10:00-20:00 (Shop) / 11:00-19:30 (Café last order)
TEL: 03 3357 2888
*Opening Wednesday, October 14th
■Advent Calendar 6,200 yen (excluding tax)
An adorable advent calendar featuring the characters from "Gifts from the Christmas Tree." Enjoy berry and nut bonbons, caramel treats, chocolate bears, and more as you count down to Christmas.
■Treasure Box 14,500 yen (excluding tax)
A cute treasure box filled with bonbons, almond puffs, mint candies, palmiers, and more, making it the perfect gift.
■Noel Gift Set 3,600 yen (excluding tax)
This Noel Gift Set includes two popular dark chocolate Carree varieties and Peninsula Blend tea bags. Enjoy your tea time with chocolate.
■Chocolate Delight Gift Box (Festive Bonbon + Carre)4 pieces for 2,600 yen (excluding tax)
A chocolate gift box containing four pieces, containing two types of bonbon chocolate and two types of carre. The red berry bonbon and pistachio bonbon are paired with two types of carre: dark chocolate made with 70% cocoa from Ghana, and roasted cocoa beans, all presented in a gift box decorated with Festive characters.
■Chocolate Delight Gift Box (Festive Bonbon + Carré)8 pieces for 4,200 yen (excluding tax)
A gift box containing 8 pieces filled with four types of bonbon chocolates: pistachio and caramel in a milk chocolate base, and red berry and hazelnut in a dark chocolate base, as well as two pieces of each of two types of carré: plain dark chocolate and dark chocolate with a roasted cocoa aroma. Recommended for those who like both milk and dark chocolate.
■Chocolate Delight Gift Box (Festive Bonbon + Carré) 24 pieces 9,900 yen (excluding tax)
A two-tiered gift box containing 24 pieces, perfect for chocolate lovers. The top tier contains 12 bonbon chocolates in four varieties: pistachio, caramel, red berry, and hazelnut, while the bottom tier contains 12 carré pieces in three varieties: nougat, roasted cocoa beans, and plain dark chocolate.
■Chocolate Delight and Tea Gift Box 16,500 yen (excluding tax)
A three-tiered gift box that is sure to delight when opened. The top tier contains 12 pieces from the Carré Collection, the middle tier contains 12 bonbon chocolates from the Heritage Collection, and the bottom tier contains 6 tea bags of Peninsula Blend Tea.
■Festive Carré 16 pieces 3,100 yen (excluding tax)
A festive box containing 16 pieces of carré in three types: nougat, roasted cocoa beans, and plain dark chocolate. The carrés are individually wrapped, making them perfect for sharing at the office, etc.
■Ornament 5,500 yen (excluding tax)
A 2020 limited edition ceramic ornament depicting the "Red Robin", the main character of 2020 in "Gifts from the Christmas Tree". A portion of the proceeds will be used to benefit the National School Library Council, a public interest incorporated association.
*Available only at the Shin-Maru Building store
■Festive Bear 7,800 yen (excl. tax)
A limited edition festive version of The Peninsula's mascot teddy bear has appeared wearing a festive sweater and Christmas hat featuring the “P” logo.
*Available only at the Shin-Maru Building store
■Original Fresh Christmas Cake
We also offer original fresh Christmas cut cakes. Enjoy a cake created by The Peninsula Tokyo's Executive Pastry Chef Pascal Chardella that is as delicious as it is beautiful to look at.
■Pomme de Pain 720 yen (excluding tax)
"Pomme de Pain" means pine in Flemish, and the pine cone is made from yuzu and mandarin mousse mixed with fragrant Cointreau liquor. The base is a gingerbread sponge cake with chocolate mousse hidden inside, making this an adorable-looking cake that is perfect for the holiday season.
■Petit Sapin 720 yen (excluding tax)
This vibrant green cake, inspired by a fir tree, is made up of three layers: cranberry jelly, maple sugar mousse, and pistachio mousse. The tartness of the cranberries, the sweetness of the mousse, and the fragrant aroma of the pistachios all come together.
■Surprise 720 yen (excluding tax)
A gorgeous Christmas cake like a gift box has arrived, and the contents are a surprise until you eat it - it's called Surprise. The base is made of sponge cake kneaded with flavorful lemon zest and is layered with mousse made using bourbon vanilla. In the middle is strawberry ganache and covered in strawberry chocolate, making it a dish where you can enjoy the changing flavors with every bite, with a hint of lemon.
Executive Pastry Chef: Pascal Cialdella
Born in 1972, from Moselle in the Lorraine region of France. He has been involved in pastry making in Europe, Korea, and Japan for over 30 years, captivating people with his creations that bring out the full flavor of the ingredients. Passionate not only about making pastries but also about teaching, he has also taught at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in London. He has gained the trust of many with his warm personality and solid technical skills, and his creations, which are simple yet full of warmth and depth, are symbolic of his personality. Since taking up his post in 2017, he has overseen all pastries at The Peninsula Tokyo, including Peter and The Lobby, as well as for banquets and weddings.
【Overview of Peninsula Merchandising Limited】
The Peninsula Boutique, operated by Peninsula Merchandising Limited, was established in 1988, carrying on The Peninsula Hotels' vision of "providing the finest products and services," and drawing inspiration from the flagship hotel, The Peninsula Hong Kong, which opened in 1928. Based on the concept of "a luxury hotel in a boutique," the store develops and sells products (such as chocolates, teas, condiments, and gift items) that reflect the experiences and memories of The Peninsula Hotels and allow guests to give them as gifts or take them home. Currently, the store has locations in Hong Kong (at The Peninsula Hong Kong and Hong Kong International Airport), as well as in Asia's gateway cities, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Taiwan (Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung).
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The common theme for festive seasons at The Peninsula hotels worldwide is "Gifts from the Christmas Tree." A special fairy tale designed exclusively for The Peninsula guides guests through festive traditions from around the world. In-store decorations and exclusive festive gift packaging feature the Peninsula's iconic page boy from the story, as well as six characters associated with global traditions, including the Nutcracker, the Gingerbread Man, the reindeer, Santa Claus, and Red Robin. Make this festive season a memorable one by gifting chocolates and exquisite gifts to your family, friends and loved ones. Shin-Marunouchi Building Store
1-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-6590, 1st basement floor
Opening hours: 8:00-21:00 (Café last order 20:30)
TEL: 03 5223 2888
*Opening Saturday, November 14th
Isetan Shinjuku Store
3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022, Isetan Shinjuku Store, Main Building, 1st basement floor, Pla de Epicerie
Opening hours: 10:00-20:00 (Shop) / 11:00-19:30 (Café last order)
TEL: 03 3357 2888
*Opening Wednesday, October 14th
■Advent Calendar 6,200 yen (excluding tax)
An adorable advent calendar featuring the characters from "Gifts from the Christmas Tree." Enjoy berry and nut bonbons, caramel treats, chocolate bears, and more as you count down to Christmas.
■Treasure Box 14,500 yen (excluding tax)
A cute treasure box filled with bonbons, almond puffs, mint candies, palmiers, and more, making it the perfect gift.
■Noel Gift Set 3,600 yen (excluding tax)
This Noel Gift Set includes two popular dark chocolate Carree varieties and Peninsula Blend tea bags. Enjoy your tea time with chocolate.
■Chocolate Delight Gift Box (Festive Bonbon + Carre)4 pieces for 2,600 yen (excluding tax)
A chocolate gift box containing four pieces, containing two types of bonbon chocolate and two types of carre. The red berry bonbon and pistachio bonbon are paired with two types of carre: dark chocolate made with 70% cocoa from Ghana, and roasted cocoa beans, all presented in a gift box decorated with Festive characters.
■Chocolate Delight Gift Box (Festive Bonbon + Carré)8 pieces for 4,200 yen (excluding tax)
A gift box containing 8 pieces filled with four types of bonbon chocolates: pistachio and caramel in a milk chocolate base, and red berry and hazelnut in a dark chocolate base, as well as two pieces of each of two types of carré: plain dark chocolate and dark chocolate with a roasted cocoa aroma. Recommended for those who like both milk and dark chocolate.
■Chocolate Delight Gift Box (Festive Bonbon + Carré) 24 pieces 9,900 yen (excluding tax)
A two-tiered gift box containing 24 pieces, perfect for chocolate lovers. The top tier contains 12 bonbon chocolates in four varieties: pistachio, caramel, red berry, and hazelnut, while the bottom tier contains 12 carré pieces in three varieties: nougat, roasted cocoa beans, and plain dark chocolate.
■Chocolate Delight and Tea Gift Box 16,500 yen (excluding tax)
A three-tiered gift box that is sure to delight when opened. The top tier contains 12 pieces from the Carré Collection, the middle tier contains 12 bonbon chocolates from the Heritage Collection, and the bottom tier contains 6 tea bags of Peninsula Blend Tea.
■Festive Carré 16 pieces 3,100 yen (excluding tax)
A festive box containing 16 pieces of carré in three types: nougat, roasted cocoa beans, and plain dark chocolate. The carrés are individually wrapped, making them perfect for sharing at the office, etc.
■Ornament 5,500 yen (excluding tax)
A 2020 limited edition ceramic ornament depicting the "Red Robin", the main character of 2020 in "Gifts from the Christmas Tree". A portion of the proceeds will be used to benefit the National School Library Council, a public interest incorporated association.
*Available only at the Shin-Maru Building store
■Festive Bear 7,800 yen (excl. tax)
A limited edition festive version of The Peninsula's mascot teddy bear has appeared wearing a festive sweater and Christmas hat featuring the “P” logo.
*Available only at the Shin-Maru Building store
■Original Fresh Christmas Cake
We also offer original fresh Christmas cut cakes. Enjoy a cake created by The Peninsula Tokyo's Executive Pastry Chef Pascal Chardella that is as delicious as it is beautiful to look at.
■Pomme de Pain 720 yen (excluding tax)
"Pomme de Pain" means pine in Flemish, and the pine cone is made from yuzu and mandarin mousse mixed with fragrant Cointreau liquor. The base is a gingerbread sponge cake with chocolate mousse hidden inside, making this an adorable-looking cake that is perfect for the holiday season.
■Petit Sapin 720 yen (excluding tax)
This vibrant green cake, inspired by a fir tree, is made up of three layers: cranberry jelly, maple sugar mousse, and pistachio mousse. The tartness of the cranberries, the sweetness of the mousse, and the fragrant aroma of the pistachios all come together.
■Surprise 720 yen (excluding tax)
A gorgeous Christmas cake like a gift box has arrived, and the contents are a surprise until you eat it - it's called Surprise. The base is made of sponge cake kneaded with flavorful lemon zest and is layered with mousse made using bourbon vanilla. In the middle is strawberry ganache and covered in strawberry chocolate, making it a dish where you can enjoy the changing flavors with every bite, with a hint of lemon.
Executive Pastry Chef: Pascal Cialdella
Born in 1972, from Moselle in the Lorraine region of France. He has been involved in pastry making in Europe, Korea, and Japan for over 30 years, captivating people with his creations that bring out the full flavor of the ingredients. Passionate not only about making pastries but also about teaching, he has also taught at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in London. He has gained the trust of many with his warm personality and solid technical skills, and his creations, which are simple yet full of warmth and depth, are symbolic of his personality. Since taking up his post in 2017, he has overseen all pastries at The Peninsula Tokyo, including Peter and The Lobby, as well as for banquets and weddings.
【Overview of Peninsula Merchandising Limited】
The Peninsula Boutique, operated by Peninsula Merchandising Limited, was established in 1988, carrying on The Peninsula Hotels' vision of "providing the finest products and services," and drawing inspiration from the flagship hotel, The Peninsula Hong Kong, which opened in 1928. Based on the concept of "a luxury hotel in a boutique," the store develops and sells products (such as chocolates, teas, condiments, and gift items) that reflect the experiences and memories of The Peninsula Hotels and allow guests to give them as gifts or take them home. Currently, the store has locations in Hong Kong (at The Peninsula Hong Kong and Hong Kong International Airport), as well as in Asia's gateway cities, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Taiwan (Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung).
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