Tiramisu

A 'real proper' tiramisu, praised for its authentic preparation rather than being a sugary layered cake.

Tiramisu is an Italian dessert featuring coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a rich cream. This cream is typically made from egg yolks, sugar, mascarpone cheese, and is finished with a dusting of cocoa powder. The name translates from Italian as 'pick me up' or 'cheer me up'.

Dish family: Italian dessert
Also known as: Tiramisù
Origin: northeastern Italy, Italy
Key ingredients: ladyfingers · coffee · egg yolks · sugar · mascarpone · cocoa powder

Taste profileItalianSweetCreamyIndulgent

Where can you eat Tiramisu?

Tiramisu is served at The River Cafe in London. In the kitchen: Ruth Rogers. Similar dishes on Hungru: Tiramisu at Da Susy Pizzeria, Tiramisu at Forno.London and Tiramisu at Dante.

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Served at

The River Cafe

London, United Kingdom

An iconic Italian restaurant located in a former industrial building, known for its high-quality, seasonal Italian cuisine. It is a Grade II listed building.

Created by

Ruth Rogers

Co-founder of The River Cafe, a prominent figure in the London culinary scene, and host of 'Ruthie's Table 4' podcast.