MOCHA FILLING

• 2 tsp. Instant Coffee
• 2 tbsp. boiling water
• 58 grams heavy cream
• 85 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 37 grams, egg yolks
• 60 grams, egg whites
• 170 grams, dark chocolate chips
• ¼ tsp. Cream of Tartar

 PROCEDURE: 

1. In a small bowl, dissolve instant coffee into boiling water. Set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, whisk together the espresso mixture, cream, butter and yolks. Stir constantly with a whisk until mixture reaches 160F on a candy thermometer. (Should have the consistency of heavy cream). Remove from the heat and whisk in the chocolate until melted. Pour mixture into a bowl, set it aside until cool.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and beat at medium speed until stiff peaks form. Remove from mixer.
4. With a whisk gently fold the egg white mixture into the chocolate mixture.
5. Spread the filling into baked chocolate crust. Freeze until very firm.

RUM CARAMEL

• 71 grams light brown sugar
• 37 grams sugar
• 127 grams light corn syrup
• 87 grams heavy cream
• 14 grams unsalted butter
• 1 TBSP. rum

PROCEDURE: 

1. In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients except for the rum. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, for about 6-7 minutes until amber color. (246F in a candy thermometer). Pour mixture into a heat proof-measuring cup.
2. Mix in the rum.
3. Pour Caramel on the top of the tart. Immediately sprinkle the chopped toasted pecans. 

TOPPING

• 100 grams pecans, coarsely chopped & lightly toasted
• 28 grams dark chocolate chips
• 29 grams heavy cream

PROCEDURE: 

1. Using a double boiler, heat chocolate until melted.
2. Pour cream and mix until smooth.
3. Using a piping bag, pipe thin diagonal lines across the tart to finish.

This recipe joins other delectable creations found in the Classic Confections (CC) roster. From specialty cakes, pies, to cookies, bread, and other themed desserts -- there is something to satisfy every kind of sweet tooth. Made with love and a simplistic flair, CC creations have always been a staple in many households. For those to the South of Metro Manila, you will be delited to know that Classic Confections has a branch in the heart of Nuvali, Laguna.  

Nono's on the otherhand boasts a 1940's interior design and an eye for vintage beauty. With interiors ridden with carefully thought out detail and beautiful elements, the dining atmosphere will surely create an apetite for comfort food.

The menu is a rundown of comfort food classics and other dishes with a twist. Watch out for the All-day Breakfast selection that features dishes like Eggs Benedict and Tinapa Rice. To try a Nono's signature twist, order the Fried Truffle Cheese Wantons -- good as a starter or a side to any number of their main dishes. Try out their signature Homestyle Fried Chicken that features a honey & gravy dipping. True to form -- from interiors to the menu -- Nono's is sophitication & homeliness combined. 

Nono's is located at UP Town Center, The Podium, and Three Central Makati. Classic Confections is located in Nuvali, Sta. Rosa. All CC items are available at all Nono's branches. All photos by Kryss Rubio.