see why the Belvedere is so well attended. Every dish (and believe me, there were many) was to die for. My prominent sweet tooth makes me a natural for covering desserts. I think it’s a love-hate relationship … I know I don’t need the extra calories but some things are just too good to pass up. And pastry chef Jeremy Harville did an outstanding job. Each dessert was sinfully delicious. Mocha pot de creme and beignets with creme anglaise ($7): In English, “coffee and doughnuts." I’ll start with the beignets. Too yummy to properly explain. Instantaneously I was 7 again; remember real doughnut holes sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar? This was even better. A dense soft center with a crispy exterior covered with the perfect amount of cinnamon and sugar. It was complimented with an amazing baked mocha creme (halfway between pudding and creme brulee). Each portion of the dessert could be its own standalone treat. Served together, they were an edible piece of heaven. I was forced to use considerable self-control to repress my desire to “double dip.” Trio of creme brulee Neapolitan ($6): This was a dessert featuring vanilla, strawberry and chocolate creme brulee. Talk about a menage a trois of creme brulee! For creme brulee lovers (Me!) this is a must-have. The dish was smooth, rich and well caramelized. I tried to pick a favorite but fell for them all. Raspberry cheesecake with a Grand Marnier raspberry coulis ($7): Hands down, the best cheesecake I have ever tasted! Light and fluffy, it was delicious start to finish, and the Divas were actually fighting for the last bite! (OK, that might have been the wine.)
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