Tres Leches Cake and Cool Gadgets

Summer calls for a cake that's best served cool- and that's the Tres Leches cake (or three milks cake). And there's the Food Loop to make life in the kitchen a snap!

A sponge cake served cold dripping in a delectable three milk syrup (condensed, whole and evaporated)- served with some fresh mango slivers, whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder- I ask you, what's not to love? (OK- I could do without the calories, but when I tell you you're tastebuds will be over-joyed, I kid you not!). This is Latin America's beloved dessert of choice-the Tres Leches Cake- and for a people who love their sweet treats, this one rings in at the top, if not close to it for me. If you've had a good slice, you'll know exactly what I mean, if you haven't, get baking. This recipe adaptation is easy to make, just about fail-proof and yields glorious results. Your guests will think you slaved away for hours (so go ahead and pretend you did!).

And for you kitchen gadget lovers out there- don't miss my piece on the fun and fabulous FOOD LOOP- silicone trussing tools from fusionbrands that are sure to tickle your culinary fancy. Food safe and FDA compliant, the heat-resistant silicone "loops" work on anything you need to bundle or hold together like a bunch of asparagus, a stuffed whole fish or fillet or a juicy pork tenderloin. I'll also weigh in on the best magnetic silicone hook since sliced bread- the COOKHOOK, the most fashionable and accessible way to poach eggs in the POACH PODS and another cool gadget or two for your consideration.

All coming up on Food Trends! See you next week!