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Keke 'Isite are pillowy Tongan yeast doughnuts, lightly sweet and scented with vanilla and nutmeg, fried until golden and dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect with tea or coffee.
Chinguetti Date Truffles are no-bake North African sweets made from dates, mixed nuts, and warm spices, delicately scented with orange blossom water. Rolled in cocoa, sesame, or coconut, they’re naturally sweet, aromatic, and perfect with mint tea.
Gőzgombóc are pillowy steamed yeast dumplings filled with tangy-sweet plum jam, finished with buttery poppy seed and powdered sugar. A Central European classic, they’re soft, aromatic, and comforting.
Buttery, tender shortbread infused with desiccated coconut and a hint of vanilla—crisp at the edges, melt-in-the-mouth at the center. A simple island-inspired treat perfect for tea or coffee.
Kohupiimakook is a classic Estonian quark cake: tender, lightly tangy, and delicately sweet, perfumed with vanilla and lemon zest. Raisins add bursts of sweetness in a creamy, custardy filling over a simple buttery base.
Muzqaymoq is a rich, custard-style Uzbek ice cream scented with saffron, rosewater, and cardamom, finished with crunchy pistachios. Silky, floral, and gently spiced, it’s an elegant dessert for special occasions.
Ghriba au Cacao are tender, cracked Moroccan cocoa cookies scented with vanilla and orange blossom water. Lightly crisp on the outside and soft within, they’re perfect with tea or coffee.
A West African pairing of strong, sweet mint green tea (attaya) served with kanyah, a crumbly peanut-and-gari/rice-flour sweet. A sociable, energizing snack ideal for tea-time gatherings.
Chukuchuk is a Marshallese coconut rice ball—soft, lightly salted sticky rice rolled in fresh grated coconut with a hint of sweetness. It’s simple, comforting, and perfect as a snack or light dessert.
Sishwala is a traditional Eswatini (Swazi) stiff maize porridge made simply from maize meal, water, and a pinch of salt. It’s a hearty staple typically served alongside stews, greens, or grilled meats.