I wish delicious foods weren't automatically classed as “decadent,” “sinful,” “indulgent,” a “guilty pleasure” or even (generally in the context of chocolate) as “death-by [insert killer food name here].” It’s as though a secret guild of ... [Read More]
It’s Not Just About Calories
A reader wrote in to say that the Queen of Sheba birthday cake I posted recently sounded delicious but was so calorie-laden she would avoid it. She is right, of course: this cake is high in calories – like most chocolate cakes. However, ... [Read More]
Healthy Chocolate-Hazelnut Paste
A reader expressed surprise that I had included what she thought was commercial chocolate-hazelnut paste in my avocado-chocolate pudding; please let me take this opportunity to clear up the misunderstanding with today’s recipe for a healthy ... [Read More]
Avocado Chocolate Nutella-Like Pudding
If you think you’ve misread the title of this dish – “Avocados and chocolate? Surely not!” – please bear with us; it’s not what it seems. Granted, it does sound like a bold combination; but when you think about it, avocadoes are fruits, and they ... [Read More]
Chocolate-chestnut creams
Despite its rich flavor and consistency, this quick-and-easy winter dessert is actually very healthy as it contains no eggs, dairy or flour. It is particularly impressive-looking for a festive dinner party when piped into serving glasses with the ... [Read More]