{"id":319,"date":"2023-11-10T16:48:37","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T07:48:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/higojournal.com\/en\/?p=319"},"modified":"2023-11-10T16:48:37","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T07:48:37","slug":"can-you-imagine-the-delicious-%ef%bc%86-healthy-elephant-ears-on-august-8th-2022-oleeeee-cafe-officially-opened-in-higashino-higashi-ku","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/higojournal.com\/en\/archives\/can-you-imagine-the-delicious-%ef%bc%86-healthy-elephant-ears-on-august-8th-2022-oleeeee-cafe-officially-opened-in-higashino-higashi-ku.html","title":{"rendered":"Can You Imagine the Delicious \uff06 Healthy \u201cElephant Ears\u201d!? On August 8th, 2022, Oleeeee Cafe Officially Opened in Higashino, Higashi-ku!!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hello there, foodie explorers! Have you ever had some experience to crave bread? I visited the newly opened bakery-caf\u00e9 \u201cOleeeee Cafe\u201d today. Let\u2019s dive right in!!<\/span><\/p>\n

The location of the Shop<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Nestled in Higashino, Kumamoto City’s East District, you’ll find this gem near the terminal station of the city tram in Kengun Shopping Street.<\/span> Heading towards Mashiki, it’s on your right, a bit past the Entremet Cake Shop. The chic building can’t be missed!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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There’s parking available for a maximum of six cars, in three rows of two cars parked one in front of the other.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The signboard on the wall will help you to find the shop!<\/span><\/p>\n

Can you guess what \u201cElephant Ear\u201d is like?<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Curiosity piqued, <\/span>I asked the owner about their signature product: the Elephant Ears. They are made in the following way:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Roll out their original dough super thin.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Lightly fry it.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Blast it at high heat to get rid of the excess oil.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This process results in a less greasy \u201cfried-baked bread\u201d.<\/span> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span>They look like actual elephant ears, so they are called \u201cElephant Ear\u201d! Adorable, right?<\/span><\/p>\n

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    What is more, since the dough contains a dab of olive oil, it doesn\u2019t absorb oil. Compared with white bread, elephant ears contain half of the calories. Also, all of the following things are not used at all: eggs, dairy preservatives, margarine, shortening, trans fats, artificial coloring, and bleach agents. Probably, this bakery, specializing in elephant ears, is a first for Kumamoto.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    There are many varieties of elephant ears from the simple \u201cPlain\u201d to ones resembling a pizza like \u201cMargherita\u201d.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or not, there’s a great selection to choose from!<\/span><\/p>\n

    The Menu & The Munch<\/b><\/h2>\n

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    The elephant ears are made on-order with oven, so it takes some time to get them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    After the dough is baked, some other ingredients are put on. For example, some cheese will be topped and seared if you order \u201cMargherita\u201d. Pure joy!!!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    The day I went was during their soft launch, so not everything was available.<\/span> However<\/span>, I ordered \u201cCinnamon Sugar\u201d (280 yen), \u201cCream Cheese & Blueberry\u201d (340 yen), \u201cW (Double) Chocolate (two kinds of chocolates) & Peanuts\u201d (340 yen), \u201cStrawberry & Rare Cheese\u201d (340 yen), and \u201cMargherita\u201d (440 yen).<\/span><\/p>\n

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    \u201cCinnamon Sugar\u201d has an orthodox sweetness, so it\u2019s simple but its cinnamon and sugar match really well. I think adults will especially like this one. I tried \u201cW Chocolates & Peanuts\u201d next. I had expected it to be so sweet before eating it, but the light dough helped me to eat it up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    \u00a0Pro tip: Eating an Elephant Ear fresh and hot is unmatched, but if you’re taking it to-go, 20 seconds in a 500W microwave gets it perfectly fluffy again.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    I also tried the following drinks:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Fruit Soda (Peach) 450 yen<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Fruit Soda (Lemon) 450 yen<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Fruit Soda (Kiwi) 450 yen<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Fruit Soda Float (Red Grapefruit) 500 yen<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The refreshing and cuty fruit soda is perfect in summer! You can add ice cream as an option.<\/span><\/p>\n

      In conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n

      Lastly, I asked about the origin of the shop’s name. <\/span>Oleeeee in ‘Oleeeee Cafe’ is a cheerful extension of the flamenco cheer “Ol\u00e9!” Adding five ‘e’s just amplifies the fun vibe.<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Why don\u2019t you visit this lively name shop to try their elephant ears this summer?<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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