While visiting central Japan in April, don’t be surprised as
crowds flock to green spaces to take in the sakura (cherry
blossoms) blooming from trees. For anyone who’s seen them, it’s a stunning
sight that makes you dream of floating on clouds, lollipop lined roads and all
things pretty.
Uncle Tetsu’s Unionville location has recently incorporated the
ingredient into their no-bake cheesecake ($35 for a full cake that comfortably
feeds six or $8 for personal-sized cup) and the effect is equally stunning. As
I lifted the lid on the box, my first instinct wasn’t to snap a picture, but
rather take in the beautiful sakura blossoms – to stop and
stare at the flowers one could say.
The cherry blossoms, along with translucent petals and pieces of
gold leaf are secured onto the blush cheesecake layer with a lightly sweetened
gelatin. The cake’s texture is a cross between a mousse and gelatin, with
cheese flavour peeking through in the background alongside a sweet floral
essence. The actual sakura tastes neither like cherries or
flowers, rather has a kick of salty sourness having been pickled in salt and ume vinegar.
Aside from the cherry blossom, the dominant flavours from the cake
is the lovely graham cracker crust – it’s that buttery element that really
tastes like cheesecake.
Overall, the cheesecake is delicate and light. With no
overpowering flavours, it’s a safe cake for larger crowds (bridal or baby
shower anyone?) or with the whimsical elements something that would delight
children.
For a more robust flavour, the yuzu no-bake
cheesecake ($35 for cake or $8 for cup) incorporates a potent citrusy taste,
especially if you get a piece of the fruit’s rind. Launching for Lunar New Year,
the cake’s refreshing and its tartness likely welcomed after a filling family
meal.
Until February 10, 2017, the Toronto Gourmet Club is providing its
food loving members a 20% off voucher for Uncle Tetsu’s sakura cheesecake.
Simply register for free on their website and the voucher will be emailed to
you. Here’s hoping the voucher will be a step at encouraging you to stop and
smell (and eat) the flowers.
How To Find Them
Location: Markham, Canada
Address: 158 Main Street
Address: 158 Main Street
Website: http://uncletetsu-ca.com/
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