Panorama
February 5, 2004

DIVINE DESSERTS

You may not admit it, but most people's favorite course is really the last one. For those who love to indulge their sweet tooth, here are a few dessert classics as well as some recent raves.

Aphrodisiac Milkshake - Union Bar and Grille
1357 Washington St., 617-423-0555. Our personal favorite. You'll love the idea of drinking a rapturous chocolate milkshake out of a big fat straw in the middle of one of Boston's chic new restaurants. Add a shot of Godiva liqueur to pack that extra punch.

Boston Cream Pie - Parker's Restaurant
Omni Parker House, 60 School St., 617-227-8600. As the alleged birthplace of the world-famous Boston cream pie, where else would one go to try the delectable, chocolate and custard-layered cake?

Cannolis at Mike's Pastry
300 Hanover St., 617-742-3050. This North End institution has hosted presidents, world leaders and oodles of celebrities. Its renowned cheese-filled cannolis are handmade daily.
A must-do when visiting the city.

Molten Chocolate Cake- Finale
1 Columbus Ave., 617-423-3184. It's impossible to pick just one confection at this one-of-kind desserterie, so we'll go with their signature-the baked-to-order chocolate cake draped with coffee ice cream, chocolate-covered almonds and chocolate sauce.

Classic Tahitian Vanilla Creme Brulee or Marjolaine A l'Elvis (Tie) - Radius
8 High St., 617-426-1234. Creme brulee has become the dessert du jour, and frankly it's a tired fad. Radius pastry chef Licia Gomes, however, has created one that's simply divine. Or try the ingenious velvet Elvis: banana cake laced with peanut meringue, banana mousse and tahini ice cream.

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