Recently, there was a Meyer lemon-filled Lemon County ($12) and a banana-shaped Musa ($15) built with layers of double chocolate and Speculoos, banana coulis, caramel and chocolate fondant spongecake.

Unexpected flavours also make a mark. A touch of chilli in ganache, herbs in a fruity coulis, or a sprinkle of sea salt in caramel can transform a dessert from ordinary to extraordinary. And for true ...

Michel Richart, master chocolatier, (known as the “Karl Lagerfeld of chocolate” in France), has created a unique collection based on chocolate, ganache and silky fruit centers. The collection, “ Rouge ...

Olfactively, caramel is a smooth and luscious note that is rich and full-bodied. When present in a perfume (or gourmand candle), it immediately adds a sensual, long-lasting depth.

Pumpkin Spice 15 Minute Donuts with Spiced Caramel. Photo: Donal Skehan. Food styling: Charlotte O’Connell Chocolate Brownie Cherry Cake with Piles of Cream and Cherry Coulis. Photo: Donal ...

Follow this with the 10 to 12 small peaks of dulce du leche. Next, drizzle with the raspberry coulis and add a sprinkling of chopped hazelnuts. To finish, top with five fresh raspberries.

2 When you are happy with the caramel, take the pan off the heat and gradually pour in the cream, whisking it as you add it. When you have whisked in the cream, add the butter bit by bit until its ...

Salted caramel sauce can be drizzled over cake, ice cream, cookies and more. (Shutterstock) Salted caramel sauce This has become an absolute crowd favourite.

Therefore, coulis and compote make an excellent addition to a healthy diet. If you are new to the dishes, you might want to try master at least one of them.