Strawberry Tart

This spectacular tart, Tarte aux Fraises, can also be made with any other fresh fruit – try raspberries, gages, peaches or apricots – and it looks terrific every time. These desserts were what I always had on festival days as a child, and their jewel colours and wonderful textures and scents will give an instant carnival atmosphere to any table. These tarts don’t keep well, so eat on the same day: though who could not? Serve with thick cream.