Aesthetically pleasing dessert

Strawberry tart

Brand: Starbucks

Price: 570 yen

Place of purchase: Starbucks

Rating:

Along with the seasonal drinks available from Starbucks stores, they also have a solid lineup of seasonal desserts, too -- and this strawberry tart is one of the options on their menu at the moment. First and foremost, I think it looks really pretty, with the layered appearance and the glossy-finished top. The layers consist of a tart base, whipped cream, a strawberry-flavored mousse, and actual strawberry pieces in that glossy sauce. I think it's great for folks who appreciate lots of flavors and textures in their desserts of choice! It feels like a nice option for the spring season, and the color fits well, too.

This definitely isn't what I would call an inexpensive sweet treat, coming in at close to 600 yen including tax. In saying that, I do think I'd pay around this at an independent bakery for a good slice of cake/tart, so when I consider that it's not too bad. However, I guess I feel a bit guilty because it's better to support a small business IMO than a global conglomerate. Fun to try if you like strawberry flavored things, but like their drinks this is a one and done for me even though I did enjoy it a great deal! It's only around for a limited time, so if it sounds like a must-try to you be sure to head into your nearest Starbucks ASAP.