A café gourmand is a French culinary concept where an espresso is served alongside an assortment of small desserts, typically on a single plate. It's designed to allow diners to enjoy a variety of sweet treats alongside their coffee, making it a popular choice for a light dessert with coffee.
The café gourmand originated in France and has become a popular way to end a meal in French restaurants. It reflects the French love of both coffee and dessert, combining them in a convenient and delightful manner.
The taste of a café gourmand varies depending on the desserts included, but it typically includes a combination of sweet and bitter flavors, with the coffee providing a strong and slightly bitter contrast to the sweetness of the desserts.
Espresso
A concentrated form of coffee served in small, strong shots.
Small desserts
A variety of miniature desserts such as macarons, éclairs, pastries, or chocolate truffles, which are served alongside the coffee.
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