Northern Nosh

I love that saying “just desserts”. Of course, I like it spelled desserts instead of the original, correct spelling deserts.  Interestingly enough, this saying does mean to get what is deserved good or bad, but the original meaning of the word desert, pronounced the same as the arid region, has seemed to fall out of fashion in English.  Most people think of “just desserts” when employing the phrase to indicate a comeuppance for bad behavior.  But I digress, I digress from the more important connotation of the phrase…getting DESSERT.

Coconut Lemon Square with homemade lemon curd…yes it is amazing!

I am a bonafide sweet tooth. There are just a handful of desserts I will pass up…most notably meringues, parfaits and poached fruit.  This week I had a chance to visit with a few of the River Driver’s desserts.  These can change seasonally except for our signature Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake  but all the same I thought I would share with you the most delicious rendez-vous to be had in Millinocket and the North Maine Woods!

Mocha Frosted Chocolate cupcakes with Frangelico cream filling…yes they are worth every calorie!

I also have to mention that not only can you get your “just desserts” at the River Driver you can have them accompanied by espresso, cappuccino or cafe au lait.  We brew amazing Carrabassett Coffee as well should the espresso bar not float your boat.

Strawberry Cheesecake…no words needed.

The desserts at the River Driver’s are, simply, amazing.  You’ll always find something new and different, and you’ll always find variety for every sweet tooth…parfaits included.  Stay tuned for another dessert edition when our baker conjures up her next creations!