After Selfridges announced that Pierre Herme was to have a concession within the Food Hall I waited with 'high expectations' for their arrival. With Laduree @ Harrods, they had stiff competition, and Laduree is not just good, it is exceptional (if you have't tried them, make a mental note to do so, Harrods, London's Burlington Arcade or in Paris.) Laduree's gift boxes alone make the experience memorable.
Herme Macaroons Tasting notes:
- Too much filling
- Flavours unique but not sensational or as defined as they could be
- Texture good but not great (relative to Laduree)
Crucially, Herme's Macaron offering lacks the 'Finesse' that makes Laduree so special. Other's who tasted them shared similar sentiments.
It was rather disappointing really. After the buying experience held much hope for what should have been a mouth watering taste experience. Laduree gets my vote every time.
