tiramisu
noun
tir·a·mi·su
ˌtir-ə-ˈmē-(ˌ)sü 
-ˈmi-;
-mē-ˈsü
: a dessert made with ladyfingers, mascarpone, and espresso
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Give the classic Italian dessert a summer-ready spin with our citrusy lemon tiramisu.
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Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
Similar to a lemon cheesecake or citrus layer cake, our take on tiramisu is super refreshing.
—Grace Haynes, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Credited with being tiramisu's birthplace, Le Beccherie is a classic choice for a taste of the esteemed dessert.
—Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
For dessert, a strawberry tiramisu made with berries from the Ecology Center, coconut and limoncello, closes out the dinner.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
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Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
Similar to a lemon cheesecake or citrus layer cake, our take on tiramisu is super refreshing.
—Grace Haynes, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Credited with being tiramisu's birthplace, Le Beccherie is a classic choice for a taste of the esteemed dessert.
—Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
For dessert, a strawberry tiramisu made with berries from the Ecology Center, coconut and limoncello, closes out the dinner.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
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“Tiramisu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tiramisu. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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