New Release: 'Chou à la Crème Chocolat & Custard' and Other Items Supervised by Chef Koichi Izumi Starting June 1st

Monteur, a manufacturer and seller of chilled desserts, will release 'Chou à la Crème Chocolat & Custard' and 'Éclair Caramel Salé' in collaboration with Chef Koichi Izumi of 'Asterisque' in Yoyogi-Uehara, Tokyo, who has won numerous domestic and international awards. These products will be sold at supermarkets from June 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026. In addition to standard and seasonal items, Monteur regularly develops collaboration products with specialty stores and popular brands. These products have been well-received, especially given the recent rise in demand for 'self-reward' treats. This time, we are launching products in collaboration with Chef Izumi, who won 3rd place overall at the 'World Chocolate Masters 2005' and has numerous other awards. By combining the chef's theory of flavor and aroma layering with Monteur's long-cultivated manufacturing methods, we have created premium sweets that allow customers to easily enjoy a special moment in their daily lives. 'Chou à la Crème Chocolat & Custard' is a cream puff featuring two layers: a chocolate cream made with Belgian chocolate and a rich custard blended with almond praline and Tahitian vanilla. To express a harmonious flavor while utilizing the characteristics of both the chocolate and the egg-based custard, a special custard was developed for this collaboration. The nutty richness of the almond praline custard and the elegant, sweet aroma of Tahitian vanilla blend with the rich flavor of the chocolate in the cream, creating a deep, satisfying taste. The dough is baked with a decorative piping technique to create a textured surface, reflecting the flair of a chef collaboration. A small amount of salt and brown sugar is added to the dough to enhance the flavor of the cream. 'Éclair Caramel Salé' is an éclair featuring two layers: a rich raw caramel paste and custard cream. The balance of saltiness was finely adjusted to ensure the caramel stands out while allowing the sweetness and flavor of the custard to shine. The moderate saltiness and the slight bitterness of the caramel highlight the sweetness and richness, creating an éclair with depth and a lingering finish. Monteur continues to create smiles around the world with our commitment to 'serious happiness' and the excitement of snack time.