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Delightful Desserts

by Carrie Cox

Sep 13, 2024

As a frequent traveler, I have the opportunity to indulge in delightful desserts in different destinations from time to time. Some of my favorites from the last few months include:

Passion Fruit Delight
Served as the fourth course at the Dominican Republic Gala Event in Miami, I have never tasted a dessert like it. Passion fruit mousse, coconut flakes, passion fruit coulis and cocoa nibs were an ingenious combination that started quite tart but finished slightly sweet. It was as beautiful as it was unique — a lovely final course to an elegant evening at Vizacaya Gardens and Museum showcasing the Dominican Republic’s luxury opportunities.dessert

Tiramisu at Mediterraneo, Sarasota, Florida
My apologies in advance, but tiramisu isn’t typically my go-to dessert at Italian restaurants. However, the woman at the table next to me started up a conversation; and when her tiramisu came out, she said it’s the best she’s ever had. Once I tried it, I agreed. Creamier and with less coffee flavor than a typical tiramisu, I would absolutely order it again.dessert

Coconut Ice Cream at The Fish House, Key Largo, Florida
After a morning of snorkeling in the Upper Keys, The Fish House was the perfect casual spot to enjoy lunch while reestablishing my bearings on dry land. I wasn’t planning on dessert, but the coconut ice cream came recommended, and it did not disappoint. Homemade and served in half a coconut shell, it comes topped with whipped cream and a few coconut flakes for good measure. Let’s just say I was more than tempted to lick the coconut shell clean.dessert

Tahini Ice Cream at Abbalé Telavivian Kitchen, Adventura, Florida
If you’re going to put something interesting in ice cream, make it tahini. Dairy-free and admittedly not for everyone, I loved the rich flavor that added depth to an otherwise sweet dessert. Topped with date honey and a bit of salt, I would venture off the beaten path to enjoy this dessert again and again.dessert

LaFarfalla at Capolinia, Atlanta, Georgia
Delicate and elevated with a phenomenal presentation, this dessert at Capolinia was beautiful and delicious. Made with limoncello marmellata, caramelized almonds and pea flower gelato, the dessert even changed colors after a light spritzing! LaFarfalla means “butterfly” in Italian, and this dessert was the chef’s interpretation of the light and colorful creature bearing its name. Bellissimo to boot!dessert

Jo-Hé Bag O’ Donuts at Hawkers, St. Petersburg, Florida
Served in a paper bag to keep the powdered sugar and cinnamon from falling everywhere, these Asian-inspired donuts were served skewered like chicken satay. These tasty treats tore apart like fresh beignets but were less pretentious and more addicting. The side of coconut salted caramel sauce was a perfect match.dessert

The good news is, there’re always more restaurants to visit and desserts to enjoy! As you travel, may your plates always be filled with goodies as delightful as these.dessert

— Carrie Cox, account executive

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