The best local bakery chain. Yes it's local and Maxim owns and operates it. And their mother company is quite successful in positioning Arome as a upscale line of bakeries and portrait the image as being "Japanese". Just like any other chain bakeries, goods are very consistent in terms of appearance and quality. And they are not shy of bringing new and seasonal items to the market, well that apply to their cakes and pastries only. More works need to be done on their breads and baked goods, too few selections and little innovations. read more