I Love To Treat Myself Sweetly

I decided it was time to go back to Bouchon Bakery. Seriously, if I had a really high paying job and a personal trainer, I would treat myself everyday. There are always so many treat options! I just want a little taste, actually a big taste, of everything! I headed over to Bouchon with various options of what to get streaming through my mind. However, when I got to the counter it was clear that there was only one option today and that is another macaron. I still haven't forgotten my last one, a seasonal special of peaches and cream. Eyeing the case of them, I just could not resist. I decided to get a more traditional one this time, caramel. I quickly paid and carefully traveled home with my tiny treat, protecting it as if it was pure gold. I took a couple pictures of it. These macarons are really beautiful in my opinion. They come in all different colors and they are adorably small, with lots of depth.



I have to say the caramel one was just as amazing! There was the same slightly chewy and light texture. The flavor of caramel was certainly present, but not overwhelming, allowing every flavor and texture to shine. The center cream, was light light light and tasty. It is official I am addicted to these wonderful treats. I guess I will have to bring someone with me from now on to force me to try other wonders of Bouchon Bakery.

Bouchon Bakery-Peaches and Cream Macaron

Despite the cold and the wind, I decided to head over to Bouchon Bakery for my once a day gourmet experience.

I have frequented Bouchon Bakery several times, eating at both the restaurant and the bakery. I have never been disappointed in the food. At the restaurant there is often a wait and it is a little pricey, but it is still worth going to at least once. I go to the bakery, probably once a month and grab something that looks delicious.

But, this time I went with the mission of trying a macaron. I had always wondered about these expensive colored cookies in the glass window, and have seen many people order them. Today, I took the plunge. They had about five different options. Usually, when I am trying something for the first time I tend to order the most traditional; but, I went with the seasonal option of Peaches and Cream. One reason for picking the seasonal flavor was this beautiful pinky peach color, but I believe it must have been my subconscious remembering the Ben and Jerry's new peach cobbler ice cream I had the pleasure of enjoying last weekend.



Before I've taken a bite, I am wondering if this little thing will be worth $2.75? Well, let me quickly tell you it is worth every penny! This tiny macaron was five minutes of heaven. It was sweet and peachy, but not overwhelmingly so. It had a unique texture, which was soft and a little chewy. There were continuous bursts of peach and the cream center was light and flavorful. Biting into it, the texture reminded me of a soft cookie and a marshmallow. Needless to say, I tried to savor every bite; but, it quickly disappeared from my napkin. I guess I will have to go back and try all of the flavors! If you have any flavor recommendations or other venues at which to get delicious macarons please leave a comment.