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American in UK blown away after trying sticking toffee pudding for first time
American in UK blown away after trying sticking toffee pudding for first time

Daily Mirror

time4 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mirror

American in UK blown away after trying sticking toffee pudding for first time

When it comes to desserts, there's a number of British classics and sticky toffee pudding is one of them. An American man who relocated to the UK has shared his first time trying it Sticky toffee pudding is a traditional British dessert made up of a moist sponge cake soaked in a rich toffee sauce and is often served with vanilla custard. The cake is typically filled with dates that add sweetness and moisture to the pudding. ‌ This famous English dessert can be found throughout the UK but it is particularly popular in the Lake District and the village of Cartmel, where it is thought to have been created. Russell, a man from Chicago, United States, who moved to the UK, shares travel, culture and food reviews on TikTok. He recently posted a video on the platform about his first time trying sticky toffee pudding. ‌ The American expat headed to Heavenly Desserts in Liverpool, which he observed to be a sit down restaurant just for desserts. ‌ Russell was 'very excited to see what they have.' He walked into the upmarket dessert cafe with branches across the UK and took a look at the menu. The food reviewer spotted the 'very tasty looking drinks' and opted for a cherry blossom and lychee seltzer and a passion fruit mojito. He firstly took a sip of the seltzer and found it 'so good' but he enjoyed the mojito even more. ‌ Russell said: 'The passion fruit mojito absolutely finessed my taste buds. It was so hot today, perfect refresher.' After cooling down with the beverages, he moved onto dessert and had his first ever sticky toffee pudding. He got it with custard, realising that 'this seems to be the British way.' The foodie doused the pudding in custard and then had his first spoonful. ‌ Russell exclaimed: 'Woah! It's like a sticky brownie. This is such a unique flavour.' He added: 'Also, I am officially in love with drowning anything I eat in custard. At this point I'm just eating spoonfuls of custard.' The American expat's TikTok video has garnered 154,000 views, 14,500 likes and more than 200 comments, at the time of writing. ‌ One user said: 'I love sticky toffee pudding, but I'm not a fan of custard. I'd rather have ice cream or cream.' Another fan of the classic British dessert shared: 'Sticky toffee pudding is one of my all time favourite desserts.' A third declared: 'Sticky toffee pudding is THE BEST dessert EVER!' Someone else suggested not to go to 'upscale places' if you want to try 'real British food' and go somewhere that has a more comfortable, homely atmosphere instead. Sticky toffee is a warm, comfort food that can be found at pubs, restaurants, hotels and some cafes. It can also be made at home by following recipes from celebrity chefs, including Gordon Ramsay, James Martin and Mary Berry, as well as the food writer and TV cook Nigella Lawson.

This Glasgow ice cream parlour is the city's highest-rated
This Glasgow ice cream parlour is the city's highest-rated

Glasgow Times

time05-07-2025

  • Glasgow Times

This Glasgow ice cream parlour is the city's highest-rated

Located on the city's famous Sauchiehall Street, Heavenly Desserts has been praised for its wide selection, wonderful atmosphere and convenient positioning. Beyond simply serving sweet treats, the establishment also boasts a "beautiful" brunch menu. See why Heavenly Desserts is Glasgow's highest-rated ice cream parlour See why Heavenly Desserts in Glasgow is the city's highest-rated ice cream parlour (Image: Tripadvisor) Heavenly Desserts, which is part of a larger chain of restaurants, was the highest-rated Glasgow ice cream parlour on Google Reviews, with patrons giving it a score of 4.8/5 out of over 4000 reviews. One person said the location offers "ultimate indulgences" and praised the "delightful" atmosphere. They said: "If you are looking to sink your sweet tooth into the ultimate indulgences, this is it. "Heavenly is the perfect word to describe the experience here. The food, beverage, and atmosphere are delightful to all of your senses. The staff are welcoming and helpful. "Looking forward to indulging here again. Recommend you try their ruby chocolate. If you enjoy coffee, their iced Spanish latte is an experience!" Another added: "Amazing ambience and lovely staff. Hassaan took care of our order, and he was so kind and answered our questions about allergens so well. "The waffles are awesome. We combined it with milk chocolate and strawberries, which gave it a distinct flavour." A third person penned: "Went for a little treat with a friend, and I was surprised at the variety! "The menu is vast and extensive, and it took a while to decide what to choose!" Recommended Reading: It was also commended on Tripadvisor, where it received a rating of 3.9/5 out of 51 reviews. One person highlighted the brunch menu, telling users: "Amazing food! "This is our go-to place for breakfast or brunch when we are in Glasgow. I'm working my way through the menu, and everything I have had has been fantastic." Another simply said: "Great service and atmosphere, everything about the place was perfect."

Dundee's chicest brunch spot launches a tasty special offer
Dundee's chicest brunch spot launches a tasty special offer

The Courier

time01-05-2025

  • Business
  • The Courier

Dundee's chicest brunch spot launches a tasty special offer

Located right in Dundee's city centre on Reform Street, Heavenly Desserts has gained a special place in the hearts of sweet-toothed Dundonians since opening in July 2024. Some Courier online content is funded by outside parties. The revenue from this helps to sustain our independent news gathering. You will always know if you are reading paid-for material as it will be clearly labelled as 'Partnership' on the site and on social media channels, This can take two different forms. This means the content has been paid for and produced by the named advertiser. This means the content has been paid for and approved by the named advertiser but written and edited by our own commercial content team. However, if you haven't yet discovered it, the amazing brunch menu will surprise you with its mouth-watering savoury delights. Add to that a buy-one-get-one-free offer on brunch main courses during May, and the already enticing menu becomes irresistible. Tempted by the picture-perfect dishes and exciting menu, we visited Dundee's Heavenly Desserts to discover more. An award-winning brand, Heavenly Desserts first opened its doors in 2008 in Birmingham. Since then, it has expanded throughout the UK. While every location delivers the Heavenly Desserts ethos of creating 'memorable experiences that spark joy for every guest', each venue has its own unique vibe. At Heavenly Desserts in Dundee, what strikes you straight away is the elegant spacious interior. Set in a beautifully styled, welcoming space with luxe touches and a relaxed vibe, it's the kind of spot that makes you want to linger a little longer. Children are most definitely welcome (there's plenty space for buggies), and the children's menu not only reads like every child's dream meal options, it's priced at only £5.95 for a waffle, pancake or brownie with three toppings and a drink. In fact, one thing that struck us in general across all menus is the price points. While the surroundings certainly feel luxurious, the prices are surprisingly pocket-friendly – especially when you take into account portion size, quality and the downright dazzling look of the dishes. Looking for a venue to hold a party or celebration? When we visited, there was a large table stylishly set and awaiting the arrival of its party guests. In fact, Heavenly Desserts on Reform Street is a great venue for larger get-togethers. There's space for large groups to dine comfortably and the team will go the extra mile to impress your guests and set the perfect scene for your gathering. Of course, Heavenly Desserts is known for its sweet treats, but with a buy-one-get-one-free offer running on brunch main courses during May, we wanted to delve in and discover the savoury side of the Heavenly Desserts brunchtime favourites. The menu doesn't disappoint with a mix of 'classics with a twist' and new and exciting dishes. Highlights include the Brunch Power Bowl, a hearty combination of smashed avocado, poached egg, spiced beans, roast tomatoes, crumbled feta, soft flatbread, rocket and toasted seeds. Or there's the wonderfully satisfying Full Breakfast, offering lamb bacon, poached egg, spiced beans, roast tomatoes, mushrooms and hash brown bites alongside a freshly made croffle. The brunch staple, Shakshuka, is also a customer favourite, with eggs baked in a spiced red pepper and tomato ragu, adorned with crumbled feta and served with a toasted garlic butter flatbread. It's worth noting there are also lots of vegan options available too. In addition to the mouth-watering brunch and signature desserts, be sure to make the most of the drinks menu too. From rich barista-made coffees and a variety of aromatic teas to refreshing fruity mojitos, creamy milkshakes, and more, it's the perfect place to sip, savour and unwind. Heavenly Desserts is open every day from 11am to 11pm, and you should add it to your must-visit list if it's not there already. And what better excuse to visit than the amazing brunch offer running throughout May? Whether it's catching up with friends or some one-to-one time with a loved one, indulge in the buy-one-get-one-free brunch offer, main course only, available 11am – 4pm Monday to Thursday at Heavenly Desserts Dundee. Heavenly Desserts, 48-54 Reform St, Dundee DD1 1RT

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