Flourless Mocha Torte: The Abbey Bookshop

Torte au Chocolat is a royal cross between a pudding and a cake. The creamy interior is encased in a gossamer, crispy crust.  Faithful to French subtlety, it is barely sweetened not to overpower the coffee and chocolate notes.

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Basil-Lemon-Lime Granita: Cosmopolitan Alexandria

  Basil-lemon-Lime granita is probably the ultimate light and easy-to-make dessert.  It is the perfect cooler on a warm day.  It is made out of fresh lemon and lime juice mixed with basil- infused simple syrup.

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