Sadaharu Aoki: Valencia and laps

Yesterday I worked out inside and didn't get cake because I planned to get something expensive today, which I did: the Valencia from Sadaharu Aoki (Isetan, Shinjuku) for 840 yen.

Today, running was laps around Meiji Jingu Gaien again, with the goal being 7 laps within 7'45'' per lap. Due to shoelace problems, there was an extra half-lap not timed, in addition to the normal warm-up running to get to the course. Numbers were 50'45'' total, with laps 7'28'', 7'07'' (actually, the first lap time was long and and the second was short due to button-pushing problems in the dark while running), 7'33'', 7'27'', 7'19'', 7'11'', and 6'41''. Next I'll try 8 laps within 7'30'' each, which means I'll have to pick up the pace on that third lap, although my average was under 7'15'' this time at least, so probably I'll be okay still. 

The cake was great. This is a "strange marriage of orange mousse and feuillantine praline". Well, it's not so strange, but it is delicious, though not a strong taste, which is a good thing. Sweet but not too sweet. The feuillantine is nice and crunchy and the base biscuit is also very good. The cake is probably large for this style of fancy French cakes compared to some cheaper shops. I don't imagine that they are willing to compromise on the size or ingredients, despite price rises that are hitting everyone.