You can make and eat that frozen treat Maomao made!? "The Apothecary Diaries" Light Novel Cafe Report

Available in limited quantities is the "Frozen Treat of Friendship (Ice Cream)," which Maomao made to help Xiaolan, and the three of them—including Shisui—ate together (appearing in the fourth volume of the light novel). This item is designed so you can actually experience the final step of solidifying the frozen treat in a bowl.

After letting the bowl chilled in ice sit for a short while, stir it with a spoon. Since it gradually solidifies from the bottom of the bowl, transfer it to a cup once it reaches the appropriate firmness. While ice cream is something we are accustomed to eating regularly, tasting it after finishing it with your own hands makes it feel truly special.

After serving it in a cup, top it with dried fruits and try it. I was able to fully enjoy a very rich and creamy flavor.

In addition to the Story Menu, you can taste dishes structured around three categories—Warm, Clear, and Peaceful—incorporating the concepts of medicinal cooking. The main menu of bamboo steamers includes "Beef Steamer," "Mushroom and Clam Steamer," and "Steamed Chicken Steamer," and the staple food can be selected from baobing (Chinese thin pancakes), mixed grain rice, or mantou (steamed buns).

This time, I had the "Steamed Chicken Steamer" and mantou. Eating the steamed chicken with citrus sauce and warm vegetables gives a comforting feeling to both mind and body. It is healthy yet fully satisfying.

By the way, the text written on the lid and the text written on the staple food are connected, so light novel fans can enjoy combinations that will make them smirk.

As it is a cafe, three types of tea that embody the atmosphere of "The Apothecary Diaries" are prepared: "Ginger Genmaicha," "Peppermint Tea," and "Black Soybean Tea." This time, I tried the "Peppermint Tea," which provides a refreshing sensation from the mint, but this also has a trick to enjoy visually.

After pouring the tea, when you hold the included heat-sensitive coaster up to the bowl, the hidden text reveals itself.

Original merchandise is also on sale at the shop, so when you visit "The Apothecary Diaries" light novel cafe, please try buying some goods as souvenirs to fully enjoy them. The Tokyo venue will be held until July 5, and the Osaka venue will run from May 28 to June 28.

"The Apothecary Diaries" Light Novel Cafe
Tokyo Venue: BOX cafe&space Matsumoto Kiyoshi Ikebukuro Part2 store
Tokyo Venue Period: May 14 (Thursday) – July 5 (Sunday), 2026
Official Website: https://kusuriya-cafe.ltr-online.com/

(C)日向夏／イマジカインフォス　イラスト：しのとうこ
Coverage/Photography/Text: kato

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