Snowdrop & Kotleta
Snowdrop
Did you ever think about turning the patterns of frost into a dish? I was just photographing a sheet of ice that looked like lace, and it made me wonder if you could use that as a garnish or a frozen detail on a dessert. What do you think?
Kotleta
Yeah, why not? Grab a flat silicone sheet, pour in a little sugar water to keep it from cracking, freeze it fast, and you’ll get a lace‑like ice sheet. Slice it thin, break it into shards, and lay it on a crisp tart or drizzle it over a frozen mousse. It’ll give that delicate crunch and the pattern will look like frost on the plate. Just keep it cold, and you’ll avoid the slushy mess. Give it a shot, it could be a real wow factor.
Snowdrop
That sounds like a plan. I’ll grab a silicone sheet, mix a thin sugar water, and chill it fast. Maybe I’ll test it on a fruit tart first and see how the frost pattern looks. Thanks for the idea!
Kotleta
Sounds solid! Keep the ice thin so it doesn’t crack, and try a lemon tart first—its bright flavor will contrast nicely with the icy lace. Let me know how it turns out!
Snowdrop
Got it, thanks! I’ll keep the ice sheet really thin, use a silicone mold, and freeze it quick so it doesn’t crack. Lemon tart is perfect – bright, sharp, and it’ll highlight the frost pattern. I’ll test it out and let you know how it turns out.
Kotleta
Nice choice! The lemon’s zing will play off that crisp ice lace. Just keep the sugar level low so it freezes solid but doesn’t get syrupy. Can't wait to hear if the frost turns out as pretty as those photos. Good luck, and shoot me a pic when it’s ready!