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05.01.2014

Dreamy Summer Desserts at Solaire Resort and Casino

Solaire is one of the resort hotels that I’ve listed in my checklist as one of those I’d like to have a staycation in this year.  I am in awe whenever I browse the net for images of its incredibly well-appointed accommodations and the swimming pool…. oh that gorgeous swimming pool! I’m so looking forward to spending one of my best sunsets there with my family.

Along with relaxation and pampering  is, of course, the experience I am mostly looking forward to — a world-class dining experience at one (or more) of their signature, casual or quick serve restaurants.

Last week, I was given the chance to take a peek inside and have a taste of the latest summer desserts at Solaire made by the world-renowed chefs in three of their first-class dining establishments.  (It was supposed to be five but I had to leave because I had an appointment later that afternoon…*sob*)

Yakumi

Our first stop was Yakumi, Solaire’s signature Japanese restaurant with Chef Norimasa Kosaka as the executive chef.

Desserts at Solaire: Yakumi's Wasabi Panna Cotta

Hearing the name Wasabi Panna Cotta (₱360) was enough to pique my curiosity. It’s the first time I’ve heard of Wasabi being incorporated into something as sweet as dessert. My immediate thought is that it is something along side the chili chocolate that’s been quite a hit with chocolate-lovers out there.

Desserts at Solaire: Yakumi's Wasabi Panna Cotta

Just like the traditional panna cotta, this is also made with milk, sugar, cream, gelatin, and Wasabi in its natural form, grated and then mixed in. What was nice with the Wasabi Panna Cotta is that it has the perfect balance of sweetness, zing, and that velvety-smooth texture. It is served with slivers of white chocolate filled with black sesame seeds and a strawberry on the side, just in case you need some tartness to break the sugar. Then there’s a dust of matcha powder that reminds you of it’s japanese origin while eating.

I’ve tried panna cottas that are more gelatinous and chewy when you bite into it. This is not that, it is creamy, melt-in-your-mouth, and has a play of flavor that will keep your tastebuds guessing on what it will come up next. Can you tell how much I’m loving this dessert?

Desserts at Solaire: Yakumi's Mango and Guyabano Ice Cream

Next up is the Mango and Guyabano Ice Cream (₱360) which are more of a sorbet than an ice cream. It is something you’d want after you’ve been out in the pool all morning or if you just want something refreshing to cool you down amidst the summer heat.

Desserts at Solaire: Yakumi's Mango and Guyabano Ice Cream

This gives highlight to the sweet Philippine Mango and a flavor of ice cream you won’t normally find at any ice cream store: Guyabano (Soursop). It’s refreshing in the sense that you won’t taste anything else except frozen fruit and maybe a bit of sugar if you tried a spoonful. It doesn’t taste artificial, it’s dense and thick,  and  it’s not airy — something I always look for when eating sorbet. Biting into the slivers of white chocolate filled with black sesame seeds served on the side is just the perfect way to cap off this dessert.

Red Lantern

Red Lantern's Tie Guan Yin Tea

Red Lantern is the signature Chinese restaurant of Solaire. It’s door opens up into a red carpet entrance that would make you feel elegant as the surroundings. We were welcomed there with a cup of Tie Guan Yin, their light and floral house tea.

Desserts at Solaire: Chilled Osmanthus Flower and Wolfberries with Aloe Vera

After sipping on the hot tea, we were served this soup-like dessert called Chilled Osmanthus Flower and Wolfberries with Aloe Vera (₱200). It is Osmanthus flower-infused jelly, aloe vera bits, and wolfberries cooked in a sweet soup with bits of dried osmanthus flowers.

The fragrance of this dessert makes it unique; I’ve never encountered a floral dessert before. With the many health benefits you can get from it, I’m sure that this is something my mother will like.

Desserts at Solaire: Red Lantern's Chef Lo Ka Cheung Sam and Glutinous Rice Balls with Red Bean Cream

This is the creation of Chef Lo ka Cheung Sam, the executive chef of Red Lantern. Chef Lo is not so fluent in English but he has a mastery of traditional Cantonese cuisine. With the help of the restaurant manager, he tried to explain what inspired him to create these wonderful desserts.

The Glutinous Rice Balls with Red Bean Cream (₱200) is inspired by the traditional Chinese weddings that’s why there are two large pieces inside the small bowl. In Chinese wedding tradition, round rice balls symbolize a complete and sweet marriage.

Desserts at Solaire: Red Lantern's Glutinous Rice Balls with Red Bean Cream

I am a fan of these glutinous rice balls as I am a fan of our local Guinatang Bilo-Bilo. Unlike the filipino version which has a sweet soup, the sweetness of this dessert lies in the glutinous rice balls which has a flavorful black sesame seed filling as well. The creamy red bean soup is not sweet for it to complement and not overpower those sticky white orbs.

Strip

Desserts at Solaire: Strip's Chef Eric Turgeon

Strip is the well-known steakhouse of Solaire. Chef Eric Turgeon is the Sous Chef there. He showed us how to assemble the new desserts offered by Strip.

Desserts at Solaire: Strip's Strawberries & Cream

The first he made was the Strawberries and Cream (₱420). It’s a fabulous version of the traditional strawberries and cream that we’re used to. This is made up of large imported fresh strawberries, strawberry jelly (the pink cube you see right there), shortbread crumble, dry meringue, and luxury cream Chantilly.

Desserts at Solaire: Strip's Strawberries & Cream

I love the freshness and how elegantly this dessert is presented. Luscious cream, fresh strawberries, crumbled shortbread — prepared to your liking. What’s not to love about this dessert?

Desserts at Solaire: Strip's Dark Chocolate Mousse

When I read that the second dessert is to be Dark Chocolate Mousse (₱420), I didn’t think that the preparartion would be so elaborate and that many flavors and textures were going to be involved.

A banana was sliced and torched to caramelized, there was caramel sand, roasted macadamia nuts, macadamia milk foam, and light and airy chocolate mousse.

Desserts at Solaire: Strip's Dark Chocolate Mousse

The Dark Chocolate Mousse was light and airy but it was thick at the same time. You can tell it’s made from high quality dark chocolate because it was smooth and has a bittersweet satiny finish.

Along with the caramel sand, caramelized banana, and the macadamia milk foam– the melody of flavors is surprisingly pleasing and leaves you wanting for more.

Desserts at Solaire: Latte at Strip

I knew I had to pair it with a nice cup of latte to maximize my experience…

Too bad I had to leave after the third restaurant.  I promise  to be back and try the desserts at Finestra and Fresh.

And maybe get myself a second helping of this Dark Chocolate Mousse….

Filed Under: hotels, restaurants Tagged With: Solaire Desserts

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  1. JOY MENDIOLA says

    05.02.2014 at 12:46 am

    ganda, ganda ng blog na to. pero ayokong maglagi kasi nakakagutom!

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      05.05.2014 at 6:51 am

      Thanks Joy!

      Reply
  2. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    05.02.2014 at 2:23 am

    I’m not a normal Japanese person as I don’t like wasabi… 😀 BUT this wasabi panna cotta sooooo unique! I’m going to DEFINITELY try it when I come across. Very creative, and it looks delicious too! 🙂

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      05.05.2014 at 6:52 am

      It is so delicious and one that I would definitely try recreating at home.

      Really? You don’t like Wasabi?

      Reply
  3. Juliana says

    05.02.2014 at 4:36 am

    Wow everything look so pretty and so delicious….I would love to try them all.
    Thanks for this post Peachy…hope you are enjoying your week 😀

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      05.05.2014 at 6:54 am

      Thanks for dropping by Juliana!

      Reply
  4. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    05.02.2014 at 1:05 pm

    Oh my! Oh my! Oh my! Unbelievable. I’m envious of you right now. What fun to have the inside peek of the inner sanctum of those 3 restaurants. Very elegant. They certainly make a case for the power of presentation
    and distinctive creativity. I am jazzed for you, which does exceed my envy. Lol

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      05.05.2014 at 6:54 am

      Thanks Carol!

      Reply
  5. Hershey says

    05.02.2014 at 5:05 pm

    Wow, good thing you didn’t get ‘umay’ puro sweets!!! Sweet tooth alert!!

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      05.05.2014 at 6:55 am

      Hindi naman. The Strawberry and the coffee was tehre to balance things out.

      Reply
  6. Mei says

    06.27.2014 at 5:16 pm

    Wow! Looks so classic! I don’t think I can ever step foot in such kind of dining, but I hope one day I would, when my budget and confidence permit me. Hehe.

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      06.27.2014 at 5:23 pm

      Solaire is not intimidating once you’re inside.

      Reply
  7. Chubskulit Rose says

    06.27.2014 at 7:31 pm

    Presentation pa lang super sarap na!

    Reply
  8. jheylo says

    06.29.2014 at 12:57 pm

    It looks fancy and scrumptious. I bet they taste really good, love how they plate it 🙂

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      06.30.2014 at 8:41 pm

      Me din! I love the presentation!

      Reply

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