Because Han Yixin finished her entry first, the judges took time to check and taste her mandarin orange tarts. A dozen bite-sized tarts were presented to the judges. Each tart was glazed and dusted with powdered sugar before an edible green leaf was added on top.
Just by the look of the plating of the desert, the judges could tell that making tarts was child's play for Han Yixin. It was visually appealing that one might have a feast with their eyes first before filling his tummy with such a delicious dessert.
Without a word, the three judges tasted the tarts and were surprised by the sweetness of the pastry crust and the tangy orange filling.
"These tarts are absolutely delicious. The mild sweetness of the crust, combined with the citrusy filling, is beyond my expectation. Some people might avoid citrus fruits for their sour taste, but with enough sweetness, one can make a delicious dessert from sour fruits," Chef Feng commented.
