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Located on Peace East Road, the well-known dessert shop "Old French Dimples" boasts a high rating on Google reviews, often attracting many dessert enthusiasts. Though there is usually a queue at the store, the wait is relatively quick. The most representative dessert here is the signature "Canelé," which draws many foodies specifically for this treat. However, after tasting it, I believe there is still room for improvement in certain details, and the overall performance falls slightly short of the expected top standard.

"Canelé"
The freshly baked Canelé indeed has a captivating aroma with a distinct hint of alcohol, leaving a strong impression on the first bite. The outer skin is hard and crispy, with a slightly bitter caramelized fragrance, and the sweetness is well-controlled, neither overly sweet nor cloying. This aspect is quite excellent and meets the classic standards of an authentic French Canelé. For diners who are not fond of overly sweet French desserts, this can be considered a plus.

However, the texture in the core is regrettable. An ideal Canelé should have a fine yet distinct honeycomb structure, providing elasticity and moisture. In this version, the filling is rather gummy, lacking structural support, and the texture is too soft and wet, almost to the point of being "mushy," devoid of the necessary elasticity and chewiness. This condition makes one feel that although the dessert appears exquisite, it seems not to have achieved a perfect balance in the process or baking… (Actually, I make desserts myself and think this filling doesn't quite measure up.)

The alcohol aroma is indeed a highlight, rich yet not overpowering, complementing the caramelized exterior very well, but the performance of the filling detracts from the overall experience. If judged purely on the exterior and aroma, it can be said to be excellent; however, the disparity in internal texture might disappoint customers with high expectations. This gap is especially apparent because the shop's reputation and high ratings lead to very high expectations for the completeness of the dessert.

In summary, the Canelé from "Old French Dimples" has an exterior and aroma that exceed standards, but the wet softness of the filling and lack of porous structure make it hard to fully indulge. If you're approaching it with a spirit of trying something new and experiencing it, this Canelé is still worth a try; but if you have very high expectations for Canelé, you may feel that this dessert falls short of your ideal classic version.