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Rose Petal and Sparkling Wine Sorbet

Napa spice merchant Shuli Madmone has introduced many fascinating seasonings to our kitchen, including the dried rose petals we use in this sorbet. His shop, Whole Spice (see page 126), is a playground for adventuresome cooks, and in recent years, he has brought a collection of exotic seasonings to the Workshop. We grind the dried rose petals fine with sugar, then use that fragrant mixture to sweeten a sparkling wine sorbet.

Cooks' Note

Look for dried rose petals at natural-food stores, Middle Eastern markets, or spice shops such as Whole Spice (see Ingredient Resources, page 193).

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