Sorbet de Poire

In the neat and tidy village of St Désirat in the parish of St Joseph the elegantly pruned fruit trees – cherries and apricots, peach and pear – grow in every available space. As you drive out towards the Caves Cooperative beside the railway line you’ll come upon the distillery of Jean Gauthier. If you’ve time it is fun to visit his shop to sample the liqueurs and eaux-de-vie that he makes from the local fruit. If M. Gauthier is not too busy he may t