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Every month at Ghini’s French Caffe, you’ll discover a variety of special items! While some months feature more additions than others, there’s always something new to enjoy.
During the month of December, it’s holiday specials galore!
Here are a few of the limited-run bites you need to try before the new year, starting off with the Noel Burger — a burger Chef Coralie Satta, fondly known as Chef Ghini, refers to as “a Christmas present for your mouth.”
Holiday Specials
Noel Burger
Burger smothered in a Bordeaux Gruyere sauce, layered with herb aioli, balsamic cranberry glaze, and herb drizzle on grilled La Baguette rolls with a French pickle
Mexican Chocolate French Toast
Buttered and drizzled with Mexican chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and Mexican cocoa
Scratch-made Eggnog
Finished with whipped cream and one shake of nutmeg
Bûche de Noël
Here’s a fun way to elevate your holiday gatherings and create sweet memories with your loved ones.
“We take immense pride in our exquisite Bûche de Noël (Yule Logs), which are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate,” said Chef Satta. “These stunning creations are crafted with love and artistry, embodying the very spirit of French Christmas traditions. So, why not embrace the joy of the holidays by ordering your very own Bûche de Noël?”
Each of the following Bûche de Noëls is baked right next door at La Baguette Bakery. Call (520) 322-6297 to place your order.
Bûche de Noël Options:
- Cake – vanilla génoise or chocolate génoise
- Fillings and Icing Options (made with French Buttercream and can be intermixed) – Espresso, Vanilla, or Chocolate
- You can add an alcohol bath to your génoise – Rum, Grand Marnier, or Amaretto
Tucson Foodie Insiders
Ghini’s is also a Restaurant Partner, meaning that Tucson Foodie Insiders can score $15 off your purchase four times a year.
For $20 a month, Insiders get a stack of cash vouchers to local restaurants worth over $5,000, free tasting events at local restaurants every month, access to members-only monthly dinner series with local chefs, discounts on events, and monthly mixers with other members. Learn more and join!
Ghini’s French Caffe is located at 1803 E Prince Rd. For more information, including hours and the full menu, visit ghiniscafe.com.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
