It was Jr.P’s birthday last Sunday. He turned nine, and a whole lot naughtier! He’s been making plans for this day ever since the morning after his eighth birthday:) – a rather long list of friends (which I had to somewhat hard & half-heartedly cut down to ten due to space and ‘strength’ restrictions). It was tough for him to choose but it had to be done.
Very berry semifreddo – with milk cream as this is how the children wanted it!
Vegetable puffs – Using twice the amount of pastry puff as I did in the black plum tarte tatin, and stuffed with my regular samosa stuffing in small quantities and,
Vanilla hearts – I made these mostly in circles as the heart cutter broke:(
Very Berry Semifreddo: (This has to prepared a day before for best results)
Semifreddo is an Italian term and applies to a ‘class of desserts’ that are served ‘semi-frozen’. It could mean half frozen custards, or ice-cream cakes or even fruit tarts which have a semi-frozen filling. I looked up some vegan versions this time but they were more or less what I had in mind. Since this dish was made for a childrens’ party I kept aside some vegan version and folded in cream in the rest, not as much as I did earlier in the red grapes and strawberry semifreddo. Please check up the recipe in the link. There is no difference except that I have substituted the strawberry juice with mixed berry juice from Godrej XS. Here are the pictures that were taken during the making.
The chocolate, biscuit base:
The berry compote:
The creamed tofu folded into the berry custard:
All set, poured and ready to go into the refrigerator:
The name being new, the little guests were not willing to even taste the dessert – and then my son gulped down his portion, started sucking the chcolate base, and asked for more! That did it:) Most of them took two helpings and loved the biscuit chocolate base. This one is more of a show stopping dessert! I just managed a click before it all got over:)
The semifreddo gave me the perfect purple I had been looking for (Phewww….). This goes to FIC-Purple and Black hosted by me.
Will post the puffs (plain, savory and sweet versions) and vanilla hearts later.
Hmmm … new things again … looking forward to the posts. B’day wishes for your little boy!
Belated b’day wishes to the young lad…glad he enjoyed his special day…well, of course, you did make sure he did
Birthday Wishes to the little boy .. that did really sound like a lot of activity
Belated Birthday Wishes to the young guy.Nice to know he enjoyed the big day ,and you also got an entry to your own event
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IF you do not mind,keep the charred puffs in my name as the blackened (oops black and)purple entry.I have run out of b&p entries.I know after reading this,you way want to throw flying saucers at me or use some wand to turn me into purple or black or whatever next color u choose.puffs whether charred or not ,they are dishes with black colour.or if I make this at home and then send it over ,how will that be?there goes my entry,tada
Sorry for the long gupshup,I know u will understand,but still here is the disclaimer:
the dialogues are intended for fun purpose only and not to be taken otherwise. ;(
Sharmila, Sunita, Deepti, Sweatha – Thanks:)
Sweatha, I enjoyed knowing that you read the whole post. Most wouldn’t because it ends up really lengthy at times:), but that doesn’t mean that you can use my charred puffs as an entry – great idea…lolz…:). Come on and get those grey cells working – I am counting on you!! Dearie, I have more sense of humor than needing a disclaimer…hehe:)
Happy Birthday! Sounds like the party was a blast. Good job mummy.
Haha..I’m relieved to see kids everywhere are the same and that fancy names scare them off!
Belated birthday wishes to dear P. LOL at planning for birthday a day after he turned eight. I have a 3 year old now and I can imagine what a party it would be with 10 boys!
All totally new recipes for me, nevertheless all fun one’s.
Belated b’day wishes to the JR P..Looking forward to the posts…
Wishing your little one a very Happy Birthday! Thanks for this totally new dish
such a lovely post!! the kids must have had such a great time:) semifreddo looks delicious!!
Belated wishes to the little boy! You really made it more special for him after making wonderful semifreddo for him
I want to make puffs at home and I am unable to find puff pastry sheets at supermarkets here. Bookmarked your recipe to make them 
Added you to my blogroll.. hope it is fine with you 
What a fun birthday with such tasty treats. I am sure he had a great day!
Belated Birthday wishes to ur little one
Hope he had a blast!
Belated b’day wishes to Jr.P. Glad you all had a blast. Lovely post. Good write up which made me feel a part of whole episode.
The new header is looking nice too.
Belated wishes to P..I am sure he enjoyed to the hilt and was surely beaming having his mom prepare all those lipsmacking savouries:)
The semifredo recipe is exquisite, heavenly and surprisingly easy to make..gonna try it for an upcoming reunion at my place:)
Thanks all for the birthday wishes. I showed the comments to Jr.P, and he was happy to see so many aunties wishing him:)
Bharti, I guess there’s a lot to a name after all:)
RC, you better get used to it now:) Birthdays are the most important affairs in the world!!
Priya, other recipes coming up soon m’m!
Gita, the dish was new to me the last time I made it, but it is real easy!
Chandani, Welcome to Tongue Ticklers, and do keep poppin’ in:)
Uj, thanks for blogrolling me! Why should I mind!! It is a pleasure:) I shall put up the puffs shortly!
Pam, Cham – I could not resist putting your names together;). Yes! Jr. did have a whale of a time:)
Jayasree, I am glad you noticed the change. The metallic spoon that looks ancient is from my Grandma’s house:)
Zee, Welcome, and do try the recipe. If you would like it heavier add more cream and mascarpone. This is a light version but nevertheless tasty. I hope you are having a good day as the day comes nearer! Better enjoy them, once the kid is out life is gonna be hectic!!
Wow what great color! You done a great job
belated birthday wishes to junior P…Semifreddo looks yummy…wish i was there in party too,..:-)
Happy b’day to your son.
Cake looks fabulous and delicious.
This sounds like a fun party. Love your semifreddo – it looks delicious
belated bday wishes and wow what a treat! I luved the semifreddo…sure he must have had a blast!
Belated wishes to your son..looks nice recipe
B’day wishes to Mr.Jr.P……u made it a lovely day
Delicious, Harini. How delectable does that semifreddo look? Hope Jr. has many happy returns of the day!
Belated bday wishes to ur lil boy! Gr 8 job mummy!
Hope he had a blast!
Belated wishes for a very happy birthday! Looks like it was a great one! Happy birthday Jr.P!
First of all, please passon my b’day wishes (belated, I know) to your now not so little one.:)
Once they grow up, you only need to supply the food (plenty) and do the cleaning up. They entertain themselves.:D
Your semifreddo looks like an ice-cream cake. Lovely colour.
As an aside, I enjoy your lengthy posts. I hope you don’t mind my lengthy comments.:)
hi!! happy birthday to the lil man from me and the girl. back now – it was grest talking to you! felt like I’ve known you for ages. haven;t started blogging yet, but have been trawling a lot trying to get some help with hahaha ‘the girl’s turning 2!!! on the 2 (of dec.) i am near to passing out with nervousness over the thought of the parteeeeeeeeks!
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Thank you, lovely ladies/gentlemen (in keeping with my daughter’s saying that Mummy how do you know they are women….I know….but just in case the girl is right;)), for sending positive vibes this way to my son!!
Priyanka – Mumbai Delhi se zyaada door nahi hain…jab man kare aa jaana:)
Aparna – I am glad you enjoy my posts – I have only one aim – if possible to leave the reader a smile! I love your lengthy comments too!! I just set foot inside and my son is already asking me whether he can have a party again!! Yes you are right – it is all about food:)
Rajani – Mutual feeling dear!! I connected with you so well…I mean slipping into Hindi and then back to English….I only wish I could have met you and the little one!! I know you are going to have a blast…..and it will take you to your past:) Go…go…you gotta prepare for the party!!
hey just noticed your blog header. Looks nice
Happy Birthday!! & I like the new look too.
That dessert looks amazing. I like these kind of semi frozen desserts, which lingers & melts at the same time. Awesome!!
Oh that sounds like a smashing, fun party. Best wishes to your son.
I have never tasted a semifreddo SM. Will try it out one of these days. Did you use tofu to replace eggs? In that case I would love to add it in the list I have already compiled.
Belated birthday wishes for the Jr.
All the items are catchy and can i have my bite:)