I lost my licence for DUI when I smelled one of their Rum Babas and drove within 5 hours of having done so .
Ah, Rum Baba! The delightful dessert that sounds like it could either be a fun party trick or a character from a 90s sitcom. If you’ve ever ventured to New York and indulged in this boozy treat, you know exactly what I’m talking about. For the uninitiated, Rum Baba is a small yeast cake soaked in rum syrup, often served with whipped cream. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you think, “Why have I been depriving myself of this joy?”
Now, imagine having one of these heavenly cakes and then returning to Melbourne, only to find that your taste buds are still stuck in the Big Apple. That’s the predicament faced by our friend SubliminalSalami, who recently took to Reddit’s Melbourne subreddit to seek out the elusive Rum Baba. After a delicious experience in New York, they’ve been on the hunt for a similar treat in Melbourne, but have only stumbled upon Brunetti’s.
Brunetti’s, for those who haven’t had the pleasure, is a beloved Italian pastry shop that offers a range of delightful sweets, but it seems SubliminalSalami is looking for something a bit more specific. Now, I can’t blame them. Once you’ve tasted the ambrosial combination of cake and rum, it’s hard not to develop a craving for more.
So, what’s a Rum Baba aficionado to do? First off, let’s talk about the obvious: the hunt. Melbourne is a city bursting with culinary delights, from fine dining to hidden gems in laneways. If you’re on a quest for Rum Baba, you might need to channel your inner Indiana Jones (minus the hat and whip, of course).
Start with a few Italian bakeries. If Brunetti’s is your only lead, you might want to expand your horizons. Think of places like Montague’s or even some of the smaller, lesser-known spots that might offer their own take on this classic dessert. Who knows? You might discover a hidden gem that not only serves Rum Baba but also has a secret ingredient that will blow your mind. Or at the very least, your taste buds.
Don’t forget to check out local forums, food blogs, and Instagram accounts dedicated to Melbourne’s dessert scene. You’d be surprised how many foodies are out there, just waiting to share their latest finds. Plus, you can always throw a post out there like SubliminalSalami did. The internet is a vast place, and you never know when someone will drop a golden nugget of information about the best Rum Baba in town.
And let’s be real, if you’re not finding Rum Baba, you might as well share your pain with the world. You’ll probably find other dessert lovers who will join you in your quest. Who doesn’t love a good dessert adventure? It’s like a scavenger hunt, but with more sugar and fewer awkward encounters with strangers.
In conclusion, if you’re on the lookout for Rum Baba in Melbourne, don’t lose hope! Keep your eyes peeled, ask the right questions, and you might just find yourself sinking your teeth into a deliciously soaked piece of cake before you know it. And if all else fails, there’s always Brunetti’s. Just remember, sometimes the journey is just as sweet as the destination. Happy hunting!
Inspired by: “Looking for Rum Baba” (r/melbourne)