Over at the LA Times they're reporting on a trend they're calling, Layered Luxury in a Glass. The article includes some beautiful recipes and helpful step-by-step recipes (complete with photos) to whet your imagination and inspire you to create your own layered appetizers and desserts.
"[W]hat are they? They're called verrines. You haven't heard of them? Well, most American chefs haven't, either. A verrine is an appetizer or dessert that consists of a number of components layered artfully in a small glass. (The word verrine refers to the glass itself; literally it means "protective glass.")
Intriguingly composed, they're a study in textures, flavors, colors and
temperatures. A beautiful glass might be filled with a layer of
mushroom flan, sautéed wild mushrooms, a julienne of prosciutto,
parsley gelée, wild mushroom emulsion and topped with a potato and
prosciutto galette. Another will have clementine and mint syrup, fresh
clementines and a gingerbread "crumble."
Imagine a bright seafood salad starter or a sweet berry compote layers with cake and cream (individual trifle) to get started. The possibilities are only limited by the size of your glass.
Comments