i wanted to let you know August 11th is National Raspberry Bombe Day #RaspberryBombeDay. I haven’t heard of Raspberry Bombe. Have you ever heard of a Raspberry Bombe if so have you had the opportunity to try this recipe? If so did you like it or not and why?
National Raspberry Day no, pun intended is the bomb(e). I can’t wait to celebrate; National Raspberry Bombe Day, which is observed each year on August 11th. Raspberry Bombe is a frozen treat layered bonanza of heavy Cream, Sugar, Raspberries, and other ingredients. The results of a Raspberry Bombe are indulgent and extremely satisfying.
The Raspberry Bombe (or bombe glacée) has been around for a long long time, and like many delicious sweet treats, this dessert has it’s roots in French cuisine. Did you know Classic Bombs were made from Ice Cream and Sponge Cake, although now, Heavy Cream, Nuts, and many other ingredients have been incorporated into Bombe recipes.
Now you may be like me and wonder why this dessert is it called a ‘Bombe’. it’s because the Ice Cream Dessert was frozen in a spherical mold, which then resembled a Cannonball, hence the name a Bombe. Makes sense doesn’t it?
In fact, the idea of molding desserts came from the French too. The discovery that below-freezing temperatures also froze normal and sweetened Water led to French cooks experimenting with frozen liquids of all kinds. Gradually, the world discovered Ice Cream, and one smart cook froze his Ice Cream in a round mold; hence the Bomb was created.
This initial version was then refined by the famous French Chef Auguste Escoffier, as per food historians. They believe Chef Auguste Escoffier, was the vision behind the simple, more elegant Bombe we see today. Chef Auguste Escoffier, was behind the invention of a new layer in the Bombe, The Custard layer, which forms a delicious, harder, crunchier texture, giving the dish depth.
The popularity of the Bomb spread. and the Bomb began appearing in restaurants, cookbooks, and even appeared on the Wedding menu of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. Isn’t it funny I’ve never heard of a Bomb or seen one in a restaurant? Have you?
People do not yet know when the Raspberry Bombe was created, or who founded National Rasbery Bombe Day, but most people are always ready to celebrate any Ice Cream dessert flavored with Raspberries. Aren’t they?
How To Celebrate National Raspberry Bombe Day
- Today is the day to order a Raspberry Bomber from your local bakery for a treat this evening if you can find one.. Or, if you can try your hand at making your own Raspberry Bombe from any recipe you find. Share the Raspberry Bombe with your loved ones and watch them gorge on this recipe.
- With the Raspberry Bombe as the centerpiece, of course you could throw a French inspired Party. Serve Profiteroles, Macarons, Crêpes, and Tarte Tatins for additional treats at your party.
- The next time you create your Raspberry Bombe or any other red Berry-themed dish, wow everyone by using your own produce. Plant and grow a little Raspberry Bush in your garden, and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
Facts About French Desserts
- The term ‘dessert’ is also French and it comes from the French term ‘desservir,’ meaning ‘to clear the table,’ which is what people did before serving the last sweet course back then.
- Most recipes typically take some time to create and need extra special attention to detail including LOVE and lots of it.
- Custard, is a common ingredient in French desserts and the Custard makes desserts extra rich and creamy.
- French Chefs mastered the art of making desserts, and royal chefs gained a lot of popularity; and French Chefs would even make extravagant dessert sculptures.
- Novices might find making such intricate dishes slightly tricky; but the high-level techniques ask for a certain level of expertise to pull off the dishes correctly.
Why We Love National Raspberry Bombe Day
Today is a perfect day to celebrate the ending of Summer and Raspberries are one of the main ingredients in a Raspberry Bombe. Raspberries ripens in August. National Raspberry Bomber Day is the third holiday on the list of Raspberry-themed holidays. We think eating a Raspberry Bombe is a lovely dessert and a great way to end Summer.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates.
