Basque Burnt Cheesecake
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Enjoy a complimentary cup of barista coffee (Americano/Cappuccino/Latte) or authentic Thai milk tea (hot/+$1 for iced) with every purchase of a Basque Burnt Cheesecake!
Pre-order in-store (at least one day in advance) or pre-order online, then redeem by 30 September 2023 during pick-up at our bakery cafe. Kindly approach our friendly counter staff to initiate the redemption.
Need a caffeine fix? Start your day with a cup of coffee that’s smooth, medium-bodied and richly flavoured. Our coffee is a specialty bend of Arabica beans grown in the mineral-rich volcanic soils of Guatemala’s tropical valleys and the famed coffee-producing Cerrado Minas Gerais region of Brazil. Roasted to perfection, the beans exude robust flavours of milk chocolate and toffee, alongside aromatic hints of pecans and maple syrup.
- ✤ Each Basque Burnt Cheesecake purchased entitles you to redeem one complimentary cup of select beverages during your scheduled pick-up at our bakery cafe.
- ✤ Pick-up dates must be in the month of September 2023 to qualify for complimentary beverages.
- ✤ Complimentary beverages are non-transferable, exchangeable, or redeemable for cash.
- ✤ Complimentary beverages will be provided in takeaway containers.
- ✤ In the event that any complimentary beverages are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute with an item of equal value.
- ✤ We reserve the right to reject a redemption request if the customer is unable to produce a valid proof of purchase.
- ✤ Redemption can only be made during our Barista Hours:
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- ~ Tuesdays: 10.30am – 4pm
- ~ Wednesdays: 1pm – 4pm
- ~ Thursdays: 10.30am – 4pm
- ~ Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays: 10.30am – 8.30pm
- ~ Our Barista Hours are subject to change without prior notice.
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The cheesecake has withstood the test of time since its creation by the ancient Greeks in the fifth century BC. Historians believed that it was served to athletes during the first Olympic Games. In the millennia that followed, the baked treat evolved and made its way into almost every European and American cookbook.
Today, the cheesecake is ubiquitous and comes in a myriad of interpretations and flavours. Its progenitor was simply made of cheese, flour, and honey. In contrast, modern versions incorporate crumbly crusts and a host of creative ingredients such as chocolate, fruit, and even Oreo biscuits.
The New York cheesecake is arguably the most popular and widely known. It is more dense and firm than other styles. It features a crust made from graham cracker crumbs, which lends a crunchy contrast to its otherwise smooth and creamy texture.
The Basque burnt cheesecake is a relatively recent gastronomic phenomenon. You probably have swooned over it on your Instagram feed, tried baking it, or even tasted what could be the best burnt cheesecake in Singapore.
This well-loved original burnt cheesecake hails from Spain. Also known as tarta de queso or gazta tarta, it was said to be created by the owner of the La Viña Bar in San Sebastián around 1990. Its name is derived from the Basque region, which is home to the costal city of San Sebastián.
Aside from its burnt top, the Basque style is reminiscent of the classic cheesecake. Its light and creamy cheesecake recipe essentially requires only cheese, egg, heavy cream, and sugar. It also does not have a crust or base, unlike its more popular counterparts such as the New York, Philadelphia, and Chicago cheesecakes.
If you are a fan of the Basque burnt cheesecake in Singapore, we recommend that you give The Homme Baker’s version a try. Take your pick from these four scrumptious flavours: matcha, chocolate brownie, Thai tea, and MSW durian.