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Semifreddo

Semifreddo, meaning “half frozen” in Italian, is a luxurious, mousse-like dessert with the texture of frozen whipped cream. Unlike ice cream, it doesn’t require churning — making it a perfect make-ahead treat. This version is a classic vanilla base, adaptable with fruits, nuts, or chocolate.

Cherry Clafoutis

Cherry Clafoutis (pronounced kla-foo-TEE) is a traditional French country dessert from the Limousin region. It’s made by baking fresh cherries in a simple batter that’s somewhere between crêpe and custard — soft, elegant, and effortlessly charming. It can be served warm, room temperature, or chilled.

Angel Food Cake

Angel Food Cake is a tall, airy sponge made with whipped egg whites and no fat — a true celebration of texture and simplicity. With a tender crumb and subtle sweetness, it's perfect with berries, citrus curds, or just a dusting of powdered sugar.

Apple Strudel

Apple Strudel is a traditional Austrian pastry featuring paper-thin dough rolled around a spiced apple filling with raisins and nuts. Crisp on the outside and juicy inside, it’s a centerpiece dessert that’s both rustic and refined.

Lamb Tagine with Apricots

Lamb Tagine with Apricots is a traditional Moroccan dish that beautifully balances savory, sweet, and aromatic spices. Slow-braised lamb becomes meltingly tender as it simmers with dried apricots, cinnamon, saffron, and ginger, creating a sauce that’s rich, sweet, and warmly spiced. Typically cooked in a tagine pot but equally doable in a Dutch oven, this dish is deeply comforting and fragrant.

Grilled Octopus with Romesco Sauce

Grilled octopus is a beloved dish throughout the Mediterranean, prized for its tender, meaty texture and smoky finish from the grill. Paired with romesco, a vibrant Catalan sauce made with roasted peppers, almonds, garlic, and olive oil, it’s both rustic and refined. Perfect as an appetizer or light main course.

Trout Amandine (Truite aux Amandes)

Trout Amandine is a traditional French dish where whole or filleted trout is pan-fried to golden crispness, then draped in a nutty brown butter sauce enriched with toasted almonds, lemon, and parsley. Originating from classical French cuisine, “amandine” refers to any dish garnished with almonds, and this preparation remains a beloved staple in both bistros and fine dining.

Crispy Calamari Rings with Romesco Dip

Lightly battered calamari rings fried to golden perfection, paired with a bold, nutty, and smoky Spanish-style romesco dip. Crunchy, vibrant, and utterly addictive.