Chocolate Fantasy Buffets at Cape May’s Washington Inn

Dreams Come True for Chocophiles

The Chocolate Fantasy Buffet at the Washington Inn in Cape May, NJ, is a chance for chocolate lovers to indulge their every desire, from the deepest, darkest chocolate mousse to delicate white chocolate crème brulee.

Kathleen Cressman, the inn’s Executive Pastry Chef, hosts four Fantasy Buffets a year, each with a dazzling array of dishes, many of which reflect the season. For example, an autumn Chocolate Fantasy Buffet might feature a seasonal carrot cake given a special twist using cocoa powder and warm chocolate-banana bread pudding. In addition to the seasonal creations, Chef Cressman often includes a rich chocolate truffle cake, towers of chocolate filled with mousse and fresh berries, three kinds of fondue and pots de crème.

Chef Cressman comes out of the kitchen and opens the event with a brief talk about her experience as a pastry chef. As guests enjoy her desserts, she remains in the dining room and answers questions about her techniques and inspirations for the creations. The interaction between the chef and the diners is an essential part of the Chocolate Fantasy Buffet.

The events this year, which require a reservation, begin with Valentine’s Day, Feb. 11, followed by April 29, Oct. 8 and Nov. 18. For more information, visit www.washingtoninn.comor www.capemaymac.org.

The menu for the February Fantasy Buffet includes 20 chocolate dessert creations and five drinks:
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Gianduja Mousse Torte
Chocolate Hazelnut Baklava
White Chocolate Raspberry Tart
Chocolate Decadence Cake
Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons
Seven Layer Bars
White Chocolate Cranberry Cheese Cake
Chocolate Almond Pear Tart
Chocolate-Peanut butter Cream Éclairs
Milk Chocolate Bailey’s Cinnamon Napoleon
Trio of Chocolate Fondue
Chocolate Strawberry Tart
White Chocolate Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Double Chocolate Pecan Pie
Chocolate Mousse Tower
Chocolate Royale
Chocolate Dipped Cannolis
Milk Chocolate Crème Brulee
Mocha Tarts
White Chocolate Satins
Milk Chocolate Martini—Vodka, Crème de Coco Dark, Godiva Dark Chocolate, Cream
Fudge Kitchen Martini—Vanilla Vodka, Godiva Chocolate, Godiva White Chocolate
Dark Chocolate Martini—Vodka, Godiva Dark Chocolate, Crème de Coco Dark
Crystal Chocolate Martini—Vanilla Vodka, Crème De Coco Light

Edited by Patricia D. Sherman

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