Table Talk: Five local sweets to make your Valentine swoon
Jennifer Chandler
A cookbook author and former restaurateur, Jennifer Chandler has been writing about food and dining for more than 25 years.
She is the author of four cookbooks: “The Southern Pantry Cookbook,” “Simply Salads,” “Simply Suppers,” and “Simply Grilling.” While she boasts a degree from Le Cordon Bleu, this Memphis native is about making real food accessible for real families.
Roses and chocolate-covered strawberries are the quintessential gifts for Valentine’s Day.
While no Valentine would scoff at those traditional offerings, you could also think outside the (heart-shaped) box and get them something made right here in Memphis.
I spent the last week taste-testing local treats such as cheesecakes, croissants and ice pops. Here are five delicacies, all inspired by roses and chocolate-covered strawberries, that are my top picks for Valentine’s Day this year.
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