Macarons vs Macaroons
Friday, May 01, 2009
Pastry chef
and owner Michel Giaon studied for more than ten years in Paris learning the art
of the macaron. His shop in Arlington offers numerous flavors every day in
addition to special seasonal flavors (like 'Cherry Blossom,' in honor of
Washington's famed cherry blossom trees). Macarons aren't to be
confused with coconut macaroons, which while delicious, are completely
different. Macarons are traditional french pastries comprised of two cookie
wafers with a creme or ganache between them. Basically, they're fancy cookie
sandwiches. The word on the
street is that Michel's creations are the closest imitation of Laduree macarons
(from the famed French bakery) you'll find in the area. Don't worry if you can't
make it out to his shop, though. You can order them through the website to be
couriered or shipped.
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Rachel Tepper
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