The Perfect Gifts for Home Parties! Secretary’s Choice: 2024 Autumn/Winter Edition

“Secretary’s Choice” is one of the most popular long-running series in SUNNY DAYS.

This project introduces recommended gifts selected by the executive secretary of SUNNY SIDE UP GROUP, who arranges wonderful items on a daily basis. Gifts from a PR and communications company that is always catching up on the latest trends are a bit different…!?

This time, we have selected products under the theme of “gifts to bring to a home party.” Some of these are available for a limited time only, so please take this opportunity to try them🍰!

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Crème de la Crème “Baton Choux Mont Blanc”

Mont Blanc is an essential part of any discussion about autumn sweets. Crème de la Crème, located in Roppongi Hills, is currently offering the “Baton Choux Mont Blanc”—featuring three layers of custard, fresh cream, and chestnut cream—for a limited time until Saturday, November 30.

This voluminous cream puff is topped generously with chestnuts in syrup and astringent skin, allowing you to fully enjoy the taste of chestnuts. It is sold exclusively at the Roppongi Hills store, so do not miss this opportunity🌰

HEAVENSAKE

If you are looking for a gift for someone who enjoys alcohol, we highly recommend sake from HEAVENSAKE.

HEAVENSAKE is a luxury sake brand born from a collaboration between Regis Camus, a renowned French champagne maker known as the “God of Assemblage,” and Japan’s most prominent sake breweries. Three varieties—”Junmai Daiginjo Noir,” “Junmai Daiginjo Orange,” and “Junmai Ginjo Azure”—will be released in Japan on Friday, November 1.

By adopting the blending technique of “assemblage,” which carefully layers different flavor profiles to create a harmonious and elegant taste similar to composing a musical work, you can enjoy a completely new sake experience.

Why not enjoy your home parties this autumn with HEAVENSAKE?

YOKU MOKU “Excellent Milk Chocolate”

YOKU MOKU began selling “Excellent Milk Chocolate” on Tuesday, October 15, an item that has long been loved as a special product available only to employees.

Excellent Milk Chocolate is an original blend of milk chocolate adjusted from the chocolate used in YOKU MOKU cookies to allow for a greater appreciation of the cacao. It is characterized by the deep richness of cacao and a refreshing milk flavor🍫

Furthermore, Excellent Milk Chocolate comes in a large size of approximately 29.5 cm x 8.5 cm. It is a chocolate perfectly suited as a gift that is sure to bring a smile to the recipient’s face.

It can also be purchased through the official online shop, which is a great point for those who cannot visit the Aoyama Main Store. It is recommended for enjoying with family or giving as a gift.

Bacha Coffee “King of Africa Coffee” and “Moroccan Sahara Coffee”

For a gift for coffee lovers, how about coffee from the traditional Bacha Coffee?

Bacha Coffee began in 1910 at the Dar el Bacha Palace in Marrakech, Morocco. It is said that the greatest cultural figures and politicians of the century gathered there in search of freshly brewed coffee. Specializing exclusively in 100% Arabica beans of the highest quality and boasting a lineup of over 200 varieties, Bacha Coffee has introduced two new coffees this autumn.

“King of Africa Coffee,” with an aroma reminiscent of Africa, and “Moroccan Sahara Coffee,” which celebrates Moroccan tradition. Through these coffees, you will be taken on a journey to explore the charms of Africa.

Please enjoy the new flavors from this legendary coffee brand☕️

And it is set to arrive in Japan in 2025! The location will be Ginza, Tokyo. Expectations are high for a location perfectly suited to the historic Bacha Coffee.

How about a special cup of coffee to accompany your work or for a relaxing break?

2foods “Original Donuts”

When you are unsure what to bring as a gift, how about donuts from 2foods?

2foods donuts use plant-based ingredients and, through a proprietary manufacturing process, offer a triple harmony of textures: crispy, fluffy, and chewy.

Furthermore, they have achieved a one-third reduction in oil absorption (*) and are sweetened with low-GI agave syrup, making them a healthy donut option. They are also packed with body-friendly nutrients such as lactic acid bacteria and dietary fiber. Flavors include Plain, Raspberry Pistachio, and Chocolate, offering the joy of choice🍩

*Based on in-house research, compared to standard deep-frying.

[Comment from the Secretary]

I have selected products that you would want to bring to home parties, which will increase as it gets colder. From large-sized chocolates to luxury alcohol making its first appearance in Japan, all of these products are perfect for the deepening autumn and winter seasons, offering a wide range of choices.

It is wonderful when a gift tailored to the purpose of the party, the age group of the participants, and the meal makes the party even more vibrant and exciting! Also, for a thank-you gift to the host, items that keep well so they can be enjoyed later, or items that children would enjoy depending on the family structure, might be appreciated.

Did any of these gifts catch your interest? Please use this as a reference when you are unsure of what to bring.

The “Secretary’s Choice” series will continue to introduce exceptional gifts in the future🍮