Exploring Desserts at Shinsegae Centum City in Busan
These days, many people, including myself, have a keen interest in desserts. While some types of desserts and shops continue to be loved consistently, others quickly fade in popularity. Perhaps this is why bakery prices seem to be quite high lately.
At the Shinsegae Department Store food court in Busan, there are various dessert shops and cafes, similar to the dessert shops that have emerged in the underground area of The Hyundai in Yeouido. During my visit to Busan, I explored the dessert shops at the Centum City branch of Shinsegae.
On the B2 level, I found Super Matcha, a dessert specialty store with locations in Yongsan, Seongsu, and Hanam in the Seoul metropolitan area. I once received a strawberry roll cake from Super Matcha as a gift, and I remembered it fondly due to its great taste.
The store's branding was infused with the vibrant green color associated with matcha. Although they offer a variety of desserts, all of them feature matcha in their menu. If you love matcha, this brand is sure to win your heart.
On the B1 level, there are several restaurants, cafes, and bakeries, alongside food-related pop-up events. I noticed that the shops on this level were much busier than the Christmas photo zone, proving that people have a sweet tooth.
One of the pop-up events was for Doujeonku, which I visited on December 16. The Doujeonku was priced at 6,300 won, and they also had a version topped with fresh strawberries.
We tried the Bake Cheese Tart here. As indicated by its Hokkaido branding, it is a Japanese-style tart. The cheese tart was unfamiliar to me, but I thought it would make a good gift.
There were several types of tarts available, and while they were on the expensive side, I considered it a reasonable average price given the lack of budget options.
One popular item was the Gokwan specialty twist doughnut, priced at 4,500 won for three. The price felt somewhat nostalgic compared to old-fashioned doughnuts, but its popularity was undeniable.
There was also corn bread, impressively designed to resemble corn. Many shops were holding various promotional events.
Another highlight was Baekmidang, known for its ice cream. There was quite a line here as well.
At the Sweetie Park in the Gangnam branch of Shinsegae, I visited the Pierre Marcolini cafe, which had ample seating and offered a variety of desserts, including ice cream.
The menu featured a round fruit-shaped dish topped with various toppings. The strawberry cake caught my eye from a distance, labeled as handmade, making it look even more delicious.
The mini-sized strawberry cake was also pricey at 12,000 won, reflecting the current high prices of baked goods.
There were multiple bakeries, including a shop that specializes in egg tarts, which a friend of mine loves. I purchased the Bake Cheese Tart for them to enjoy when they crave something sweet.
The parking information was quite accommodating; if you spend a certain amount, parking is relatively generous compared to department stores in Seoul.
Shinsegae Centum City in Busan had a vast array of dessert shops. If I want to discover more diverse desserts in the future, I will definitely head to Shinsegae.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/sesehhh/224183112664
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