Perth’s first eclair cafe will bring Paris here and redefine how we think about dessert.
La Maison Des Eclairs or House of Eclairs will open on May 28.
The cafe at 27 Railway Road in Subiaco will have classic eclair flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, and coffee, and eclairs with exotic fruits, mangoes, lemons, pistachios, and berries.
Camera iconFatemzahra Aroussi and Awatef Aroussi at La Maison Des Eclairs. Credit: Andrew Ritchie/Perth Now
It also offers savory éclairs with salmon, scallops, or pastrami.
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The trio behind the venture, Sree Thuraisingham and sisters Fatemzahra and Awatef Aroussi, are from Morocco and have lived in France for decades.
Camera icon A selection of savory eclairs at an upcoming Subiaco cafe Credit: La Maison Des Eclairs/Supplied
Having worked in the food sector in Europe, they are delighted to launch their first company in Perth and joint venture.
“We all love eclairs, and the only two varieties in Perth are chocolate and coffee, so we want to expand that too wide varieties,” said Mr. Thuraisingham.
Camera IconFatemzahra Aroussi, Sree Thuraisingham and Awatef Aroussi open an eclair dessert restaurant. Credit: Andrew Ritchie/Perth Now
The owners were drawn to the location for its large outdoor space and spent months renovating the interior to create an ornate Parisian teahouse aesthetic.
Thuraisingham said they were keen to “bring Europe to Perth”.
Camera Icon In La Maison Des Eclairs. Credit: Andrew Ritchie/Perth Now
La Maison is set to operate from 7 am to 10 pm.
Fatemzahra Aroussi said they would also offer homemade salads and fresh juices for lunch.
“My sister and I lived in Paris for 20 years, and went t tea houses all over Europe,” she said.
“When we come to Australia, we notice that you have to order and pay, and then you can be served.
“In France, you get served, and you havood, and you relax. is the experience we want to bring.”
Camera IconSome of the treats on offer. Credit: Andrew Ritchie/Perth Now
The owners said they had received an overwhelmingly positive response from people on the street.
“People who pass by say it’s beautiful and reminds them of coffee shops worldwide,” said Mr. Thuraisingham.
“It’s exciting to hear this from people, and it gies usnfidence.”
Camera IconLa Maison Des Eclairs has a large outdoor area. Credit: Andrew Ritchie/Perth Now
Awatef Aroussi said the “stylish” cafe would be unlike any other coffee shop in Perth, offering several high teas on weekends.
Camera IconEclairs offered at La Maison des Eclair Credit: Included
Ms. Aroussi said they had nationalities, “but first and foremost, we are Moroccan”.
“La Maison will also have Moroccan traditions, especially the salads,” she said.
