As expected, most major Halloween 2020 events have , replacing the usual spectacle of costumed folks taking to the streets with digital stopgaps. Even soaking in the seasonal decorations is a no go, at least in areas with large crowds.
Thankfully, we still have the sweets. Until Oct. 31, Baskin-Robbins is reviving the iconic yellow Minions characters with its Minion Pumpkin Chocolat. This scoop (?390 for a regular) combines its titular flavors with little blue and yellow pieces of candy shaped like the animated creatures. But really, the ¡°Despicable Me¡± flourishes are gratuitous ¡ª the dessert¡¯s real appeal is that it¡¯s one of your last chances to enjoy pumpkin flavor before it goes out of style until next year.
Ginza Cozy Corner, meanwhile, is taking a more varied approach to your taste buds. While pumpkin does pop up in its nine-piece ¡°Joy Joy Halloween Party¡± variety box (?2,592 after tax) of tarts and cakes, the best item on this menu is the Mont Blanc. The sweet (?626 after tax) surprises with a multicolored fruit-flavored cream and tart orange sauce taking center stage instead of expected autumn flavors. Turns out this ¡°trick¡± is actually a treat.
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