But the point about which there is no controversy is the only important point: The greatest Opera Cake is made at Dalloyau. Some sources claim there was a type of Opera Cake sold in Paris as long ago as 1890, and some think the Parisian specialty was created closer to 1950. No matter where it comes from however, one thing’s sure – The Opera is one of the most delicious cakes one can taste! Its gorgeous, well defined layers of almond Joconde, chocolate ganache and coffee buttercream are a match made in heaven for every taste bud.It is hard to say exactly who invented the Opera Cake. There are other stories who claim different origins of this beloved cake though. His wife loved the new dessert and as it made her think of the Parisian Opera, its name remained Opera.
After a few trials, he created a cake that had layers of almond sponge, coffee and chocolate. He wanted to create a cake whose flavor you could taste in one bite. In 1955, Cyriaque Gavillon started working at this pastry shop. L’Opera is believed to have made its first appearance at a renowned pastry shop in Paris – Dalloyau. I guess I just wasn’t ready for it until recently! But oh boy, wish I was sooner because a bite into this cake is beyond delicious! Everyone at the class fell in love with the flavors and textures! L’Opera – History
It does look a bit overwhelming or difficult to put together at a first glance – Joconde sponge cake, French buttercream, ganache, glaze, they all require a certain degree of technique and that takes time and patience to master. For some reason, I’ve been avoiding the Opera – I was more of a distance admirer. And that’s exactly what happened this particular time. Working as a pastry chef instructor has pushed me beyond my comfort zone time after time over the last couple of months. I made this cake for the first time last week during one of my pastry classes.
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