Banana Cream Pie posted by: Emilie Z.
October 26, 2009
Sugar Bomber in "Chicago!"
Pistachio Nougat Tart posted by: Emilie Z.
October 20, 2009
Zebda
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Love salt? Even in dessert? Yeah, me too. This well-browned pistachio tart, held together with gooey nougat, is like crack for people like us,... more
Moroccan Cookies posted by: Emilie Z.
October 14, 2009
Zebda
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
These cookies, chock full of dried apricots and pistachios, should come with a warning label, because it’s sinfully easy to devour one after... more
Dirt Cup posted by: Emilie Z.
September 22, 2009
Sweet Mandy B's
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
This nostalgic dessert took me right back to second grade, when the room mothers would bring crushed Oreos, chocolate pudding, Cool Whip and... more
Smith Family Twelve-Layer Chocolate Cake posted by: High/Low Food/Drink
September 10, 2009
Table 52
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
it is full of chocolate mousse and cake but is not sickly sweet. This cake has been a part of Chef Art Smith's family for over 100 years - it... more
Fried Peanut Butter Banana Bites with Bacon and Wildflower Honey posted by: Emilie Z.
September 8, 2009
The Violet Hour
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Holy bacon-covered excess, Batman! When I tasted these little blocks of indulgence--deep-fried chunks of banana mashed with peanut butter,... more
Passionfruit Meringue Pie posted by: Carly B.
August 27, 2009
Hoosier Mama Pie Company
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
The smooth filling is tongue-tingling tangy, but the sticky, marshmallowy meringue balances it out perfectly. Swapping traditional lemon for... more
Chai Tea Cherry Scone posted by: Carly B.
August 26, 2009
The Grind Cafe
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Specks of spiced tea and big, tart dried cherries make for an unexpectedly tasty flavor combo. The scone itself was crumbly but not dry... more
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