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Top 8 DeathbedFood Desserts of 2011

December 23, 2011 by Diane Wagner

I Ate 8 DeathbedFood Desserts This Year

A key part of “DeathbedFood” for me is Dessert.  As noted in many of my adventures this year, Dessert is often the most memorable part of a DeathbedFood experience.  Here’s my list for my Top 8 DeathbedFood Desserts this year:

The Six’s Butterscotch Creme Brulee

8. The Six Restaurant’s Butterscotch Creme Brulee

Where the blog began, this dessert inspired a #DeathbedFood tweet which then led to my starting this blog.  I’ve since tried their Pumpkin brulee (equally impactful) and The Six now calls me “The Queen of Brulee.”  Thanks!  I’ll proudly wear the crown.

Bouchon Bakery Beverly Hills’ Kouign-Amann (Photo: Jesse Gift)

7. Bouchon Bakery’s Chocolate Bouchons, Kouign-Amann and Peppermint Bark

Having interviewed Chef Rory and Chef Roy at Bouchon Bakery Beverly Hills’ grand opening this Summer, I understand why they have three items on my list … everything they serve is completely made from scratch there on the premises.  Their unique Kouign-Amann should not be missed (but you must get there early before they run out).  Equally DeathbedFoodish are their Chocolate Bouchons which I believe should be heated for 16 seconds in the microwave for perfect molten goodness.  And, let’s not forget about their holiday treats – especially that Peppermint Bark!

 

Picca’s Churros with Dulce de Leche Filling

6.  Picca’s Churros

Picca always exceeds my expectations.  At least that’s been my experience during my several visits there this year.  While several of their savory dishes qualify as DeathbedFood for me, Ricardo Zarate’s Churros are definitely a DeathbedFood Dessert.  Filled with dulce de leche and complimented by chocolate, caramel and marmalade dipping sauces, I can easily say that I “die” over this dessert.

 

Le Bon Garcon Caramels (Photo: Jesse Gift)

5. Homemade Caramels by Le Bon Garcon

Bravo to Justin Chao who is truly a caramel artisan.  Justin’s French-training, 100% handmade approach, and use of only the best ingredients (no preservatives, plugra butter) really make the difference.  They are definitely DeathbedFood caramels in my book … something that’s lovely to give (or get) as a gift.  I’m just hoping he expands his product offering into Caramel Sauce soon!

 

Chef Richard Ruskell at The Taste, Serving Warm Chocolate Mousse

4.  Richard Ruskell’s creations at the Montage Beverly Hills

It was really fun to meet Chef Richard Ruskell this year at the Montage.  He’s their Executive Pastry Chef and one of the most accomplished in the world, having won the Best Cake Artist in America competition this past May.  This year, I was able to take several of his “Yes You Can! Desserts” classes at the hotel, learning about chocolate mousse, different types of chocolate, Halloween pastry decorating and more.  Whether enjoying his Chocolate Blackout Cake at the Montage or seeing him out at food events (above, he was serving an outrageously yummy warm chocolate mousse at The Taste), his desserts always rank among the best.

MB Post’s “The Elvis”

3. MB Post’s “The Elvis”

David LeFevre‘s Manhattan Beach Post Restaurant received huge buzz this year.  I finally got a chance to try them out a few times over the last month and now see why he’s caused so much excitement.  His restaurant kills it on all levels – ambiance, service, wine list, and, of course, menu.  And their Elvis dessert ( “a wonderful mess of chocolate pudding, peanut butter mousse, bacon brittle”) totally makes my DeathbedFood list.

Madame Chocolat (Photo: Jesse Gift)

2. Madame Chocolat

Meeting Hasty Torres, Madame Chocolat, was a DeathbedFood experience.  Her personality alone places her on my list! Her store is worth seeking out just to see how a “girlie girl” shows off beautiful chocolates … the huge chandelier, Hollywood glamour packaging and “Madame Chocolat” figurines all combine to make you want to linger.  Then, of course, there’s Hasty herself who throws out more hugs per hour than I’m sure Santa and his Elves combined could manage.  Plus, where else are you going to get one of those stunning chocolate high heels?

Scarpetta Vanilla Caramel Budino (Photo: Delicious Life)

1.  Scarpetta Beverly Hills‘ Vanilla Caramel Budino

And, finally, #1 on my list is Scott Conant’s Vanilla Caramel Budino which I’ve since found out has quite the buzz going.  Every time I’ve had it, I’ve been so 100% focused on devouring it that I haven’t gotten a good picture – so thank you, The Delicious Life, for the gorgeous one above.  Honestly, before this year, I didn’t even know what Budino was … now, I understand that it’s Italian for “Pudding” and I know where to find the best in LA (though you can get it at any of Scott’s Scarpetta restaurants).

 

Filed Under: Celebrity Chefs, Desserts, Restaurants Tagged With: artisan caramels, Bouchon Bakery, Bouchon Bakery Beverly Hills, chef ricardo zarate, chocolate bouchons, david lefevre, DeathbedFood, Desserts, hasty torres, justin chao, Kouign-amann, le bon garcon, le bon garcon caramels, madame chocolat, manhattan beach post restaurant, mb post, Montage Beverly Hills, mozza, news, picca restaurant, Richard Ruskell, Scarpetta, scarpetta beverly hills, scott conant, The Six Gastropub, the six restaurant, vanilla caramel budino

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