It's been a year since I last visited this much talked-about authentic French bistro and the last time, I only got to taste their macarons. I wanted to return to try their savory dishes but it was just out of way for me every time.
I recently received an invitation from the owners to try some of their new pastries. And of course, I couldn't turn this offer down. The small but spacious bistro looked the same since I last visited. I met with Mr. Remy, the French owner. He pointed to the new desserts in the chiller and asked me which ones I wanted to try. I chose the Banana Caramel Cheesecake, Dark Chocolate Cheesecake and Canelle de Bordeaux. The Canelle has been a regular item but I was intrigued by it because Mr. Remy is from Bordeaux so it must be good. ;)
The very accommodating Mr. Remy didn't just give me what I asked for of course. He seemed to really want me to try their cupcake so he added that, their Dark Chocolate Tart and Black Forest Cake. I asked him to just give me really thin slices of the cakes because I knew I couldn't finish them all. So, in reality, the cake slices are much more generous than the ones you see in my photos. ;)First, the Canelle. Mr. Remy explained that Bordeaux, a southwestern city in France, is famous for their canelles. And he further explained that it is basically like a creme brûlée, only baked in a different way. It leans more on the bread side than the cake side.
We're only getting to the best part - the cakes! Let's start with the Dark Chocolate Cheesecake. I don't know about you, but I think chocolate cheesecakes are pretty rare. This one was decadent and gave me the impression that all their cheesecakes must be really good. Here, they used premium quality dark chocolate and the richness was balanced by the cheesecake component.
Dark Chocolate Cheesecake
The Banana Caramel Cheesecake affirmed my assumption that they're cheesecakes are exquisite. I don't usually like banana-flavored desserts but this was a tease! It's definitely something that would keep you coming back. The caramel's consistency and balance of sweetness was the crowning glory of this cheesecake.
And finally, their latest addition to the menu - Black Forest Cake. This is no ordinary black forest cake because it has three different layers that compliment each other. This cake is spiked with an amusing blend of brandy, walsh and rum and has a smooth chocolate chantilly creme layer right smack in the middle. It's a light cake, perfect for those sweet cravings when you just don't want any of those rich cakes that you can only have so much of.
Okay, so, I still didn't get to taste their main course dishes. I couldn't accommodate even just one dish anymore after all those sweet treats. I guess that's another reason for me to go back for the last revenge. :))
Macaron Tango's humble and simple desserts are nothing short of extraordinary. I get a lot of inquiries on where to have good desserts and I've been missing this out on the list. Hereon, Macaron Tango will be among the top on my list for the best places to have dessert in town. :)
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Macaron Tango
Capitol, Cebu City 6000
Banilad Town Center (BTC),
Gov. M. Cuenco St., Cebu City 6000
Contact: (032) 236 3488
Operating Hours: Mon - Sat 8:30 AM - 10 PM
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