This celebration of sweet ingenuity has eight inspiring chapters to challenge any waistline. They cover Souffles, Custards and Creams, Pancakes, Tarts, Chocolate Desserts, Baked Puddings, Fruit and Frozen Desserts. The recipes combine the traditional and the novel, the simple and the sumptuous, and the selection includes ideas to suit any season and all budgets; many of the dishes are also surprisingly healthy. Try new ideas for truly superb desserts such as Roast Pear Parcels with Ginger and Caramel Sauce or find quick simple ways to make old favourites liked Baked Apples or Chocolate Roulade. The desert aficionado is sure to find the perfect finishing touch for any meal.