Course: dessert

Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Cake  (Torte Caprese)

Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Torte Caprese)

Craving a rich, decadent chocolate hazelnut cake??   Then Torte Caprese is a for you.  This chocolatey, nutty, moist and yummy bella cioccolato torte originates from Isle of Capri.  It is typically made with almonds but I couldn’t resist trying it with toasted hazelnuts because that is 

Anjou Pears Poached in Red Wine

Anjou Pears Poached in Red Wine

Let’s celebrate Autumn and October’s grape harvest with this elegant, sensual dessert made especially to capture the beauty and simplicity of nature. This beautiful dolce is made with sweet Anjou pears that simmer slowly in a red wine syrup infused with thyme, star anise, vanilla,