Ep 9. European Sweets

In the season 4 episode 9 of Unique Sweets, titled "European Sweets," viewers are taken on a tour of some of the most unique and delicious desserts Europe has to offer.

The first stop is in France, where the host visits a bakery that specializes in macarons. The bakery owner talks about the history of the macaron and how they have become a staple in French culture. The viewer is then shown a variety of unique and colorful macarons, including flavors like lemon-lime basil and raspberry rose. The host also tries a savory macaron filled with foie gras.

Next, the show takes a trip to Italy to explore gelato. The host visits a gelateria that has been in operation for over 100 years. The gelato maker shares the process behind making authentic Italian gelato, which involves using fresh ingredients like strawberries and pistachios. The viewer is shown a variety of flavors, including tiramisu and salted caramel, and the host gets to taste multiple scoops.

Moving on to Germany, the host visits a bakery that specializes in traditional Black Forest cake. The baker explains the history behind the cake and how it got its name. The viewer is shown the process of making the cake, which involves layers of chocolate sponge cake, whipped cream, and cherries. The host gets to try a slice of the finished product and raves about how moist and flavorful it is.

In Belgium, the show explores waffles. The host visits a waffle shop that makes both Brussels and Liege-style waffles. The shop owner explains the difference between the two types and how they are made. The viewer is shown a variety of toppings, including fresh berries and whipped cream. The host also tries a savory waffle topped with ham and cheese.

Finally, the show heads to Spain to explore churros. The host visits a churreria that has been around for over 100 years. The churrero shows how churros are made, which involves squeezing dough through a special machine into hot oil. The viewer is shown a variety of dipping sauces, including chocolate and caramel. The host gets to try the churros with multiple sauces and raves about how delicious they are.

Overall, this episode of Unique Sweets provides a mouthwatering tour of some of the most unique and delicious desserts from across Europe. The viewer gets a firsthand look at the history and process behind each dessert and gets to see the creativity and innovation that goes into making each one.