Going out for a meal is something many people enjoy. It means no cooking at home and offers a break from the daily routine. It’s common for dinners to enjoy a starter before their main meal and then wrap up the evening with a sweet treat. But why do people traditionally eat dessert after their main dish? Let’s find out.
Satisfies a Craving for Sweetness
If you like to end your meal with dessert you’re certainly not alone. A phenomenon called sensory specific satiety (SSS) means that when we’ve enjoyed a delicious savoury meal, we still crave sweetness as it’s often part of the flavour profile that hasn’t been satisfied. While savoury food is wholesome, filling and delicious, and while you may feel otherwise full, you might still want dessert. What’s more, the body releases endorphins to accompany a sugar rush, so it’s natural to feel content, calm and high on life after you’ve polished off a pudding.
Many restaurants also have an irresistible sweet menu. Opt for Wembley Park food at Studio Five, for instance, and you’ll find the desserts are hard to turn down!
Cleanses the Palette
Eating rich food such as steak or stews is a delightful experience. But after a heavy meal you might fancy something light and refreshing. Desserts with berries, ice cream or sorbet can cleanse the palette, leaving you feeling satisfied without being over-full. Of course, some diners prefer to eat a lighter main dish and opt for an indulgent dessert instead, choosing something like sticky toffee pudding as the perfect end to their meal.
Adds the Fun Factor
There’s something fun about ordering a high calorie dessert that you wouldn’t eat on a regular basis. Desserts in restaurants tend to be luxurious, exciting and well-presented, delivering the perfect end to your evening out. When celebrating a special occasion, a dessert feels like part of the celebration, particularly if it’s something technical that you wouldn’t cook, such as crème brûlée.
It’s a Traditional Part of Dining
For many, a dessert is a traditional part of dining. A meal simply doesn’t feel complete without something sweet. While some people may opt for a cheese board instead of something rich and sugary, others prefer to stick to classic desserts such as cheesecake, chocolate brownie, crumble or ice cream.
Digestive Aid
You may not know it, but many desserts contain ingredients that can help with digestion. Fruits such as pineapple, orange, apple and berries, for example, contain enzymes that help to break down food after a meal.
If you’re looking for Wembley places to eat, why not book a table at Studio Five, located at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre? Our restaurant is the perfect choice for a pre-show meal, a corporate lunch or a celebratory occasion, serving up a mouth-watering menu with dishes made from fresh ingredients. It’s one of the best places to eat in Wembley if you’re going to see a show, and we often host live musicians for your entertainment.
