With the death of Tiramisu inventor, we look at Indian chefs putting their spin on this Italian dessert
Hindustan TimesOn July 28, Roberto Linguanotto, the famed creator of the tiramisu died at the age of 81. Here’s a look at some of the most interesting ones you can try: Chef Pooja Dhingra, the founder of Le15 Patisserie has an entire Tiramisu-inspired menu and calls it “a timeless classic”. It consists of a vanilla bean mascarpone mousse, kahlua jelly, coffee ice cream and Belgium cocoa nib tuile.” ‘An exquisite Asian affair’ With coffee being a big part of Vietnamese culture, Chef Phankri Bey from Vietnom, Mumbai came up with their special Vietnamese Coffee Tiramisu Pot, which she describes as a “journey through time and taste”. The ceremonial grade matcha sourced from Japan is added to the dessert as well.” Chef Raghav Lawrence at IDYLLL, Bengaluru, presents a Ghewar Tiramisu. It is garnished with rose petals, golden leaves and cocoa powder, our Tiramisu Ghewar truly embodies the essence of both these rich culinary classics,” he says.