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About this place
The roasted flavour of black sesame meets the richness of cheesecake in a slice worth seeking out at La Piña in Shimokitazawa. The menu describes its black sesame baked cheesecake as generously made with sesame; it costs 600 yen. Diners who have enjoyed it in the café describe a moist, smooth texture and a rich flavour that is not overly sweet. The slice is small, but it makes a satisfying choice when you want to savour the pairing of cheese and black sesame.
For a browned top and a meltingly smooth filling, try the Basque cheesecake, priced at 550 yen. Diners have also praised its creamy, rich flavour. The classic baked cheesecake offers a touch of tartness, with lemon paired with rich cream and cheese. For something more unusual, try the rum raisin and blue cheese cake, in which honey softens the blue cheese’s flavour. The menu also notes that it goes well with alcohol.
Drinks to pair with cake include hot or iced coffee and café latte, as well as homemade masala chai latte. There are seats indoors and on the terrace, and takeaway is available. It’s a handy spot for lingering over a drink and a slice, or picking up a few flavours to take away.
