March 30, 2013 chouquette by margaret ko These are topped with coarse, crunchy bits of sugar called pearl sugar. Apparently, this sugar can be quite hard to find... These are topped with coarse, crunchy bits of sugar called pearl sugar. Apparently, this sugar can be quite hard to find... First Taste: 01.11 // At home, Paris, FranceOrigin: FranceNotes: Lovely and light.