vanilla bean

From above, you'll see a deep brown, almost black liquid filling the top of a tall, transparent mug. The surface of the hot chocolate is generously studded with fluffy white marshmallows partially melted into the beverage showing different levels of submersion. Dropped from high above, golden edible glitter dust sparkles against the dark cocoa, dotting the marshmallows and the surface around them. A slender vanilla bean is set gently on top, against the white of the marshmallows for contrast.

Gourmet Glittering Hot Chocolate

Drink - American - January 31, 2025
Looking from above, you'll see a star-shaped scoop of each ice cream placed next to each other on a crisp waffle cone. Indigo blueberries contrast beautifully against white vanilla and red strawberry ice cream, accentuating the dollops of fluffy whipped cream, a sprinkling of red-white-and-blue sprinkles, and topped off with a cherry.

Patriotic Trio Ice Cream

Dessert - American - July 21, 2025
From above, two shallow plates each hold a glossy blush-pink swoosh of rhubarb compote topped with a quenelle of ivory crème fraîche chantilly, leaned against a golden almond sablé. Finishing touches of chopped pistachio, tiny mint leaves, and a few edible petals create a refined pastel, springtime composition.

Rhubarb Rose Compote with Almond Sablé and Crème Fraîche Chantilly

Dessert - French - March 31, 2026
From above, each plate shows a pale ivory panna cotta slightly off-center, topped with a glossy oyster and surrounded by ruby rhubarb pieces, fluffy pink granita crystals, tiny basil leaves, orange zest, and a few drops of translucent syrup on a wide white plate.

Vanilla-Poached Oyster Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and Basil Strawberry Granita

Dessert - Italian - April 10, 2026