Tasting the best Trompe-l'œil fruit desserts in L.A.

Trompe-l'œil desserts, the fruit desserts often molded and decorated to mimic mango, pistachio and an array of other produce and nuts, look like works of art. French pastry chef Cédric Grolet is credited with starting the trend, and the desserts are gaining in popularity in Los Angeles, with a handful of shops offering their take on the beautiful confections. We taste tested more than a dozen. Here are our favorites. For more food coverage, restaurant reviews, recipes, and the latest food news subscribe to the L.A. Times. https://www.latimes.com/subscribe Connect with us:   / latimesfood     / latimesfood     / latimesfood