This decedent dark chocolate torte is possibly Sweden’s most popular cake. Without exception, every cafe boasting its own unique version. This rich, dense, incredibly simple cake has few ingredients. Baked just long enough to form a crisp exterior, while remaining gooey and mousse like in the centre, kladd means sticky in Swedish. Serve at room…
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Strasberry & Mint Sundae, Prosecco Sabayon, Oat & Almond Clusters
If you’ve ever been strawberry picking, you know how incredible strawberry fields smell. On a hot, early summer’s day, you could get drunk off the sweet scent. Sometimes you can mimic the experience by sticking your nose into a punnet of strawberries, but it’s not really recommended. My kids were fortunate when they were growing…
Ris à la Malta (Swedish Rice Pudding)
It wouldn’t be Christmas in my house without ‘Ris à la Malta’ A lightly sweetened rice pudding, infused with vanilla and cinnamon served with fruit. My Mother and Grandmother always used to serve it with a cherry compote, an appealing festive red next to the pure white of the rice looked so pretty. It’s traditionally served after the…
Simple and Light Spiced Pears
During the festive, season I find that there is an abundance of rich food, the Christmas pudding with brandy butter is not a favourite of mine so I always like to offer an alternative lighter option. With their juicy flesh and mellow fruity personality, pears take well to slow simmering in flavoursome liquids such as a fruity red wine or…
