Tuesday, June 22, 2010

I decided to start a sugar detox this week...

...but only after I finished this! After Sunday morning on the beach, I wanted to study for a few hours before heading to the movies to see Toy Story 3. Cub has been sick again and we both haven't been sleeping well, so I figured I needed something to keep me up during the late afternoon matinee. (I know! So pathetic, yes?) Along with a large soy cafe mocha, I picked up this yummy treat at the coffee house: a Liliko'i Mac Nut Bar. That big white spot in the picture? A blizzard of powdered sugar that my humble iPhone camera wouldn't even attempt to render any color or definition from.
Liliko'i (or passion fruit) is a fruit - and flavor - I first came to know and love in St. Lucia. The variety is a bit different here. From what I remember in St. Lucia, the passion fruit (and resulting juices and jams, etc.) is pink. The Hawaiian liliko'i is pale yellow inside and a little tart, making it a perfect substitute in the classic lemon bar. The mac nut crust didn't do much for me, but on the whole, a good indulgence. Now excuse me if I am a little cranky for the rest of the week; I've already used up my sugar quota.

1 comment:

Mitja said...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is EVERYWHERE in Southeast Asia. Thought you should know. In case, like, you want to visit.