Join the club--eat dessert first! This colorful field guide introduces you to the most delicious and sensational desserts from around the world. Discover the art of global dessert culture--from chocolate shots to mochi donuts, churros to millefeuilles--with no plane ticket required! This cute, compact volume encourages you to embark on a food-filled adventure in your own city or on your next urban vacation with artist and tea sommelier Diane Borsato as your personal dessert advisor. Explore seventy stars of global dessert culture, from photogenic charcoal ice cream to irresistible mango pomelo sago. The treats in this book encompass classics like Baked Alaska and bold inventions like the Raindrop Cake, each brought to life in Kelsey Oseid's mouthwatering illustrations. You'll learn the histories behind pavlova and maple syrup pie and get tips for finding the best éclair or getting the most out of your boba tea order. A handy checklist at the back of the book is waiting for you to start collecting delicious experiences. Through the medium of dessert, expand your cultural horizons, create good memories with friends and family, and above all, enjoy the sweeter side of life. GLOBAL FOOD MOMENT: It's easier than ever to taste desserts from around the world, not only on vacation, but in any cosmopolitan city. Dessert Club encourages us to broaden our palates and our cultural horizons by experiencing a kaleidoscope of food traditions. It's filled with tips and tricks for getting the most out of your own global (or local) food tour. DELICIOUS EYE CANDY: Lush illustrations of each scrumptious dessert make this a true feast for the eyes. As you read and taste your way through the book, Kelsey Oseid's vibrant, textured paintings are the visual cherry on top! GREAT GIFT: Filled with fascinating history and exquisite inspiration, this sweet book makes the perfect gift for bakers, sweet tooths, globe trotters, and dessert connoisseurs. Perfect for: Dessert lovers and fans of viral food moments Aspirational and experienced bakers Fans of food and travel profiles, blogs, magazines, and TV shows Travelers who love culinary tours and cooking classes People who want to focus on experiences over objects Readers of food writing and culinary history