Bolu Meranti Cake, a Typical Medan Souvenir

If you visit Medan, you’ll often hear the phrase: “You haven’t been to Medan if you haven’t brought home Bolu Meranti.” For decades, Bolu Meranti has solidified its position as the king of souvenirs from the capital of North Sumatra. Its incredibly soft texture, rich flavor, and tantalizing buttery aroma make it a favorite among both domestic and international tourists.

It’s no surprise that this souvenir is associated with the Medan Tour Package program managed by Medan Travel Agents. Tourist guides often hand out these cakes on the bus when they first meet at Medan’s Kualanamu Airport as an introduction. This is a wise strategy for a tourist guide. They are willing to invest upfront to attract tourists. The results are never disappointing. Boxes of orders from tourists arrive upon their return to their hometowns.

The Story Behind the Deliciousness of Bolu Meranti

The name “Meranti” itself is not derived from a type of wood, but from the name of the street where this cake was first marketed. This story is exactly the same as that of Bika Ambon, which is thought to originate from the city of Ambon, but actually stems from the product’s original manufacturing address. Now, both products are popular souvenirs sought after by tourists on Medan Tour Packages every day.

Starting from a home recipe created by Mrs. Ai Ling, this roll cake was initially sold only on the porch of her house on Jalan Meranti. Thanks to its consistent taste and word-of-mouth promotion, the deliciousness of this roll cake exploded, eventually leading to the opening of the large outlet we know today.

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What Makes Bolu Meranti So Special?

Bolu Meranti is different from other roll cakes. Here are its advantages:

Very Soft & Moist Texture: This cake has just the right amount of moisture, doesn’t drag on the throat, and feels incredibly soft with every bite.

Abundant Filling: Regardless of the flavor you choose, the filling is always thick and premium.

Premium Butter Aroma: Using high-quality ingredients, the aroma of the special margarine and butter is incredibly fragrant as soon as the box is opened.

No Preservatives: This sponge cake is made fresh daily without any harmful chemical preservatives.

Favorite Flavors

Bolu Meranti offers a variety of tempting options. Anyone visiting Medan on a tour is always on the lookout for these souvenirs to take home. Here’s some general information about Meranti products to help guide you:

Standard Variant: Available in Cheese (Best Seller), Chocolate, Mocha, Strawberry, Pineapple, and Blueberry flavors.

Bolu Topping Cheese: This is the highest tier of Bolu Meranti. The filled sponge cake is topped with a generous amount of grated cheese.

Bolu Specialty: Available in flavors like savory beef floss or 3-in-1 (one box contains three different flavors in smaller sizes).

Lapis Legit & Other Products: In addition to sponge rolls, Meranti also produces Lapis Legit, Brownies, and the equally delicious Bika Ambon.

Shopping Tips and Product Shelf Life

Because Bolu Meranti doesn’t use preservatives, it’s important to know its shelf life:

Room Temperature: Lasts about 3 days.

In the Refrigerator: Can last up to 7 days.

Travel Tip: If you’re bringing it as a souvenir by plane, official outlets provide secure packaging services to prevent the box from being damaged or the cake from breaking during travel.

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Official Outlet Locations

To get the authentic and freshest product, make sure you buy it from official outlets:

Headquarters Outlet: Jl. Kruing No. 2K, Medan.

Branch Outlet: Jl. Sisingamangaraja No. 19B, Medan (Near the Medan Grand Mosque).

Bolu Meranti is more than just food, but a culinary icon of Medan. The combination of a traditional recipe, maintained with modern flavor innovations, will leave anyone who tastes it longing for its softness. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a slice of Medan’s joy.

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