
Perfect Gifts: A Collection of Exquisite Sweets Favored by European Royalty!
2015.06.25 published
Exceptional Sweets for the Wedding Favors ♡
Sweets are sweet and they can make you feel happy when you eat them, right? Choosing what sweets to prepare as wedding favors for your guests is an important issue that requires good taste. *
Here, we introduce some slightly luxurious sweets that are perfect for wedding favors and are favored by royal households. ♩
"Oscar Hennings"
A Baumkuchen favored by the Saxon royal family * A famous long-established shop in Germany's Salzwedel, known as the birthplace of Baumkuchen. The surface is coated with chocolate, making it look just like a whole cake. ♡
If you can't finish a whole one, there are also bite-sized pieces available, which are highly recommended. ♡ They are perfect for wedding petit gifts. *
Here’s a cross-section. * It’s heavy and very rich Baumkuchen! I’d love to try it. ♩
"Échiré Maison du Beurre"
A butter cake favored by the French royal family. ♡ By using nearly half the amount of cream as butter, it offers a rich, milky flavor that melts in your mouth, delivering an authentic taste of butter cream. * Its adorable appearance makes it a delightful gift for weddings. *
Originally, "Échiré" is a place known for its butter. * I would love to try the butter cake from such a famous butter shop! ♩
Here’s a cross-section of the butter cake. * "Échiré" also has stores in Japan, so it can be purchased there. ♩
"Demel"
The chocolate cake "Sachertorte" favored by the Viennese royal family. * Sachertorte is said to be the most famous chocolate cake in the world, created by Viennese pastry chef Franz Sacher. ♡
Here’s a cross-section of "Sachertorte". * Just the appearance looks so rich and delicious. ♩ It is coated using a method called "Sacher-glaze" and topped with a triangular chocolate that is Demel’s trademark, making it look stylish. ♡
The history of "Demel" is incredibly romantic. ♡
The name Demel was elevated by the "Anna Torte," which is still sold today in its original form. * This torte is named after the third-generation female owner of Demel. ♩
The one who adored this torte was Emperor Franz Joseph I of the Habsburg dynasty. * He was such a fan of sweets that he personally ordered Christmas gifts from Demel. ♡
Franz Joseph I's wife was the beautiful and famous Empress Elisabeth. ♡ It is said that for Franz Joseph I's birthday, Elisabeth gifted him strawberry jam from Demel. ♩
"Demel" also operates cafes in Japan. ♩ You can find Sachertorte and chocolates sold at their stores in Japan, so you can experience the authentic atmosphere. ♡ Sending sweets to your beloved at your wedding, just like a queen, would be wonderful. ♩
Cutlery Also Favored by Royalty ♡
If you're going to indulge in such luxurious sweets, you'd want to pay attention to the forks and spoons you use, right? ♩
"Kay Bojesen"
Favoring the Danish royal family, this ultimate cutlery is made from the highest quality stainless steel. ♡ Designed in 1938 by Danish designer KAY BOJESEN, this simple and beautiful cutlery is loved and continues to be used by people in Denmark as well as around the world. ♩

The brushed high-quality stainless steel is made to be resistant to scratches. * The exquisite cutlery from "Kay Bojesen" is also recommended for use during the first bite of the cake. *
