Coconut and Tapioca Parfait with Tropical Fruits

A treat often found on the streets of Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, this dessert-with-a-straw is given a wonderful boost by the addition of vanilla and mint. You can omit the palm sugar-roasted pineapple if you don’t have the time, but it is truly wonderful. Finish with any fruit, from fresh cherries to chopped peaches; the coconut tapioca goes with just about anything.