Justin Bieber and Hailey's Hidden Menu in Seoul: What Is the Story Behind This "Fig Mochi Cheesecake"?
Add this dessert shop to your itinerary right after visiting the pop-up store!
Summary
- Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber enjoyed a mochi cake from DORÉ DORÉ while dining at Dosan Hoe-kwan in Seoul.
- The buzzed-about star item, the "Fig Mochi Cheesecake," combines fresh figs, yogurt cream, and a chewy mochi skin.
- Founded nearly 20 years ago, DORÉ DORÉ originally made a name for itself with rainbow cakes and has locations in places like Seoul Station and Yongsan I'Park Mall.
Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber recently made an appearance in Seoul’s Seongsu-dong neighborhood to unveil a skylrk pop-up store, drawing enthusiastic crowds of fans wherever they went. But beyond their stylish looks at the pop-up and on the streets, people were just as curious about what the couple ate during their downtime in South Korea.
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A recent behind-the-scenes photo of the couple dining at Dosan Hoegwan made the rounds on social media, immediately drawing eyes to a slice of cake on the table. Wrapped in a thin, soft layer of white mochi that revealed pink fruit underneath and topped with a fresh slice, the dessert they were enjoying was the Fig Mochi Cheesecake from long-standing Korean bakery brand DORÉ DORÉ. Seeing the picture, DORÉ DORÉ’s founder took to Instagram in pleasant surprise, saying she never expected her mochi cake to end up on the superstar couple’s table.
Packed with fresh figs under a thin mochi skin
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It is hard not to be tempted just looking at the cross-section. The soul of this cake lies in its layers: a rich, smooth cheesecake base spread with tangy-sweet yogurt whipped cream and homemade fig jam, generously topped with fresh seasonal figs, and finally wrapped entirely in a thin, chewy layer of daifuku mochi.
Pressing a fork through it, you first feel the stretch of the soft mochi skin, immediately followed by the refreshing sweetness of fresh figs and the richness of the cheese. The mochi’s unique chew balances the heavy cheesecake, keeping the flavor smooth without feeling overly sweet. Unsurprisingly, sources at the scene reported that both stars raved about the treat.
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A classic dessert spot founded nearly 20 years ago, with more hidden gems
For regular visitors to Seoul, DORÉ DORÉ is a familiar name. Nearly two decades ago, the brand went viral across social media for its vibrant layered Rainbow Cake, becoming a shared memory for early Seoul cafe hoppers.
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Beyond the fig flavor chosen by the Biebers, DORÉ DORÉ’s recent mochi cake series features other seasonal fruits like blueberry, persimmon, and plum. If you are planning a trip to Seoul, consider stopping by after exploring Seongsu-dong to try the sweet treat even these two superstars could not resist.
DORÉ DORÉ Seoul Store Locations
Seoul Station Branch (Seoul Station 3F)
Yongsan I’Park Mall Branch (Yongsan I’Park Mall 4F)
Lotte Department Store Yeongdeungpo Branch
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