Sweet Treats and Drinks

I’ll be honest with you. I do not have a sweet tooth, preferring a light touch of sweetness at the end of a meal as opposed to a massive sugar rush. This section does have some authentic sweet delights, but also some of my European desserts that have been given a touch of spice or freshness. I wanted to include recipes that you will want to cook and that will pair well with the other savoury recipes in this book. I cook all of these through the changing seasons; some offer refreshment on hot summer days, such as my tamarind sharbat, which will perhaps be a new taste sensation for some of you. My chocolate, chilli and cinnamon fondants will offer comfort on cold wintery nights and a mug of my masala chai will lift the spirits whatever the season. Like a good dessert, this chapter is short but sweet, and I hope the recipes I have included will become firm favourites in your own kitchen.