Shizuoka's food cultureKnow

Unique to Shizuoka! A series introducing famous restaurants that offer surprising menus using ingredients from around the world.

This time we will introduce Kunoha ginger, which is produced in the Kuno district of Shizuoka city. ``Kunoba Ginger'' is a high-quality ginger that is grown in a greenhouse that takes advantage of the warm climate and sandy soil off the coast of Suruga Bay, and is the first to be shipped nationwide. It is characterized by its crispy texture and refreshing spiciness and aroma.


Quatre Epice in Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture uses Kunoha ginger in desserts.

At "Quatre Epis", the "Quatre Epis Dessert" is held only a few days a month, and reservations are required. At this event, commonly known as the "Dessert Party," you can enjoy a course that includes freshly made desserts while listening directly to the owner, Mr. Warashina. The photo is from a ``dessert meeting''.

We were served ``spring rolls'' made with ginger leaves, custard cream, and white chocolate wrapped in thin pastry. "Dessert Society" introduces thoughts and stories that can only be heard here, such as the charm of the ingredients purchased that day, interactions with farmers, and the ingenuity that goes into making them.

We also provide feedback to producers about customer reactions at dessert parties. We work with you not just as a supplier, but as a partner to enliven Shizuoka's food. One after another, the participants were surprised, saying, ``I only knew how to eat ginger leaves with miso.'' ``I'm not good at ginger, but it tastes this good.''




In addition to Kunoha ginger, Quatre Epice also sells many vegetables and fruits produced in Shizuoka Prefecture, including strawberries such as Benihoppe and Kirapika, and corn from Enshu Mori Suzuki Farm in Morimachi. We visit the production site directly to confirm the characteristics, cultivation methods, and thoughts behind production, and reflect this in our confectionery making.

■ Store information

quatre epice
Address: 152-2 Urishima-cho, Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Telephone number: 0545-55-3388

online shop:https://quatre-epice.shop-pro.jp
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