Desserts that taste best in the cold season
20.12.2023
When winter comes, you always want something tasty, sweet. Of course, this does not mean that it is excluded from the diet at other times of the year, it is just that during the cold period, you want sweets the most. What is the reason? There are several, but first of all, it is about the body's energy needs. In winter, it spends a lot of energy on maintaining optimal body temperature, so you need an additional source that can restore energy balance. Sweet foods can be them, because they supply fast-acting glucose.
Sweets are often associated with comfort and pleasure. They contribute to the production of endorphins - substances that improve mood and create a feeling of joy. In winter, when the days become shorter and the sun does not shine often, the desire to find positive emotions can push us to consume sweets. They are more accessible and more often at hand, because in the cold season people stay at home more often and longer.
You can always order something delicious at Park. Art of Rest. We suggest you familiarize yourself with the TOP dishes from our menu. Of course, we will not reveal all our secrets, but the information provided will be quite enough to make an informed choice.
Chocolate fondant with hazelnut-almond praline
Chocolate fondant is a type of dessert that is characterized by having a hard crust on the outside, while the inside remains a liquid mass, which is usually endowed with a chocolate flavor. This dessert acquires a unique texture and is often served hot. The exquisite dish impresses not only with its taste, but also with its texture.
Chocolate fondant was invented by French chef and entrepreneur Michel Brass in the mid-20th century. It should be noted that he created this dessert completely by accident, when he decided to bake a cake, but did not keep it in the oven long enough. Taking the dessert out of the oven, the chef noticed that the middle remained liquid, but a wonderful crust had formed on the outside. He liked it, and chocolate fondant quickly gained popularity in the world of gastronomy and became a classic example of sophistication and taste among desserts.
Eclair with hazelnut filling, nut cream, caramelized hazelnuts and marmalade
This type of dessert consists of several components. The main element is the eclair - a pastry that is baked and then filled with a variety of fillings and creams. The luxurious combination of hazelnuts, nut cream, caramelized hazelnuts and marmalade gives this eclair a variety of flavors and textures. This dessert is a masterpiece that is distinguished by sophistication and elegance.
Who invented this version of the eclair? It is difficult to determine, since in the culinary world there are many chefs and confectioners who have contributed to the development and improvement of recipes. Such desserts are often an original combination of creative ideas from different chefs.
Blackcurrant Opera
This is a cake with an incredible taste. It harmoniously combines:
- thin almond sponge cake;
- currant cream;
- chocolate glaze.
This dessert will not leave anyone indifferent, it is not for nothing that it is loved all over the world. The basis of this delicacy is the "Gioconda" sponge cake, which is always soaked before greasing. For this, you can use juices or syrups, coffee. You will need 3 cakes. For greasing them, a different cream is suitable, to which you can add liqueur, nuts, chocolate, berry, for example, currant puree. The assembled cake is always covered with glaze - mirror, white or cream. Be sure to try this dessert!
San Sebastian cheesecake with pistachio sauce
San Sebastian Cheesecake with Pistachio Sauce is a stylish and very tasty dessert that combines incredibly tender cream cheese with the unique taste of pistachios. This is a Spanish dish that was prepared in 1990 by Santiago Rivera, a chef from the La Vina tavern in San Sebastian, Spain. It is based on cream cheese, which is baked at a high temperature. Sugar, eggs and cream are also added to it.
San Sebastian cheesecake is very special because it does not contain cookies - only cream cheese and heavy cream thickened with flour. This makes its structure more dense. This dessert has gained many fans around the world.
Papanasi – Romanian fried cheese fritter
Papanasi is a traditional Romanian dessert, which is a kind of fried cheese doughnut. It is made from a dough based on cottage cheese or cheese. Eggs, sugar, flour and other ingredients are added to it.
The peculiarity of papanasi lies in its shape and presentation. Usually, small circles or rings are formed from the dough, as well as a large central layer. Then they are fried, dipping in oil, until golden brown. Then the dessert is sprinkled with powdered sugar or sugar. It is served with melted honey, jam, berry syrup or sour cream.
Who exactly invented papanasi? The author is unknown, but now this dessert is part of traditional Romanian cuisine and culture. It has been successfully prepared for many centuries and is often ordered during holidays and other special events. Many of our customers have liked it. And which dessert from Park. Art of Rest is your favorite?
