Those in the retail food and restaurant industry follow many different paths when navigating their perceived road to success. These "streets" help define

I have visited thousands upon thousands of restaurants over the years. Both from the kitchen door as a sales rep for Qualifirst Foods and as a customer,

Mad Men, the American period drama that debuted in 2007, was part of the cultural movement to revive the cocktail hour as an essential part of

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Red Currant Mokaya Temptation A spectacular dessert from a master of French pastry, Chef Philippe Parc, that brings together tart red currants and rich

Noir Desir The exotic flavours of black sesame, coffee, and licorice come together in this seductive dessert. Chocolate Flourless Sponge

Spicy The spice in this decadent and exotic modern dessert is from five-spice powder. Chocolate Flourless Sponge Cake300 g 72% Dark Kayambe

Valencia Classic flavours of dark chocolate, orange, and the vanilla notes of tonka bean combine in this sublime, modernist chocolate dessert from Michel

After Ate A spectacular dark chocolate and mint mignardise to serve at elegant cocktail parties or as petit fours after dinner. "El Jardin"

Pink pralines, naturally coloured sugar coated almonds from Lyon France, are a beautiful addition to this lovely rich yeast bread.

Elegant chocolate and salted caramel dessert made with layers of dark and milk chocolate ganache, crunchy chocolate shortbread, and smoky caramel.

A luxurious dark chocolate dessert with a crunchy texture, vegetable sweetness from red bell peppers, and a hint of chili heat.

A modern twist on a classic Christmas dessert made with the crowd-pleasing combination of hazelnuts and chocolate.

A jellied sweet recipe with the flavour of just-picked strawberries. Perfect served for dessert or as part of your afternoon tea selection.