Explore NYC through these Desserts

Briana Gonzalez

With a wide array of dessert shops and patisseries in New York City, often you can be tempted by cookies, cupcakes, and chocolate treats. Maybe this time you want to try something new or go for classic comfort- it’s never a bad time to treat yourself and others to something truly indulgent. This month try any one of these desserts sure to induce a sugar rush.

The Exploding Chocolate Bomb

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Quite literally dropped from a foot above your table, this chocolate bomb can be found at De Mole in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Bringing a new spin on classic Latin American/Mexican dishes, Chef Jose Luis Flores, with over 25 years of experience under his belt, specializes in Mole Poblano- a staple dish in Mexico. The Chocolate Bomb is made with Venezuelan chocolate, and filled with homemade ice cream and a collection of sweets like chocolate cookie crumbs, cinnamon-vanilla cookies, coconut custard, fresh mixed berries and edible flowers. The large chocolate sphere is hand painted with edible gold paint.

The Tarte Framboise

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Have a sweet tooth? Take yourself to Sweet Rehab, a French Patisserie that creates desserts right in front of its customers. The menu is seasonal and includes both vegan and gluten free options. Using sustainably grown ingredients, enjoy the tarte framboise, topped with raspberries, among many of their fresh desserts.

The Matcha Lava

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Try a dessert that hits the spot at The Spot Dessert Bar, currently serving seasonal desserts by iron chef Ian Kittichai. The Matcha Lava is a warm dark chocolate cake filled with matcha ganache, served with matcha green tea ice cream.

S'mores at Parker & Quinn

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This s’more is the perfect size for two, made with marshmallow, graham crackers, nutella gelato, and chocolate. Located by Bryant Park in the heart of the Garment District, enjoy a selection of rich desserts after enjoying signature meals that change with the season.

The Big Banana

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You can find this big banana at Trademark Taste + Grind, a space that has aimed to pay ‘homage to the strong, independent women ruling NYC.’  The big banana offers a twist on banana pudding and includes marshmallow fluff and brown butter wafers. Also try other desserts like tiramisu pie and brûlée cheesecake.

The Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet

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Make a reservation at Boulton & Watt, a rustic eatery where you can enjoy brunch, late night dinner, and signature drinks. On the menu you can find the chocolate chip cookie skillet, a warm and home-y dessert served with a glass of milk. Located on the lower east side, this cookie is baked classically to perfectly satisfy that sweet tooth craving.

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Chocolates and Champagne For Easter, what could be better?

Recently, Chantelle Pabros (Top Sommelier) and Jacques Torres (Top Chocolatier) sat down to hammer out their favorite Champagne Taittinger and chocolate pairings for the upcoming Easter season, because who whats better than luxury champagne and chocolate. Sorry Easter Eggs. Easter is approaching and there isn't a better sweet surprise than Champagne and chocolate.

Often times, people will go for a supple red wine when pairing, but depending on the chocolate, it can leave the wine tasting flat or even bitter on the palate. Cocoa butter is the naturally occurring fat which gives chocolate the silky texture and scrumptious melt in your mouth feel that we know and love. And Champagne is actually one of the best pairings to balance out that silky richness, especially when there is a secondary flavor (peanut butter, coconut, marshmallow, etc.) to lift the finish to a next level pairing...

With the combining Chantelle and Jacques expertise they have given us our favorite combinations to add for this years Easter Brunch.

JT Peanut Butter Marshmallow Lollipop + Champagne Taittinger Brut La Française NV ($59.99)

The high proportion of Chardonnay brings a stone fruit aroma of white peach, and a broad rich note of brioche- that combination of aromatics and acidity match the gooey layer of peanut butter that covers the fluffy marshmallow. Meanwhile, the creamy airy fluffiness of the marshmallow allows for the mousse of the Champagne to take center stage. The bubbles of the Brut La Francaise are so pronounced, you can feel them popping away on your palate! There is such a whimsical, fun familiarity about this, it is registered in everyone’s memory bank of scents and smells. Whether you know them as Peeps or chocolate covered marshmallows- I am head over heels for this pairing for Easter. Combination of peanut butter, marshmallow, and chocolate has never been more delectable!

Champagne Taittinger Cork + Champagne Taittinger Brut La Française NV ($59.99)

The butter and milk is replaced by BLF Champagne in the process of making this gem, and you taste the concentration and complexity that the Champagne adds to this divine bon bon. The milk chocolate shell can stand up to the BLF because the Champagne has the right amount of density in the mid palate and vibrant fruits that remains persistent on the palate as the chocolate melts in your mouth.

While a casserole may be nice to bring this Easter, show some class and bring decadent chocolates and a bottle of Taittinger, one offerieng that won't be forgotten. For more of Jaque Torres chocolates you can head over to MrChocolate for all of your chocolate needs.