Imagine a dazzling dessert so extravagant that it comes with a $9.85 million price tag. Presented with a French 75 made with Hennessy Paradis, Grand Marnier 100, fresh lemon juice, sugar, Cristal Champagne and 24-karat gold leaf flakes and a delectable Strawberries Arnaud, featuring Ceylon cinnamon, Tahitian vanilla and a rare port. Next to your sweets sits is a 10.06-carat natural fancy royal blue diamond ring from MS Rau Antiques, and your sweetie suddenly is on bended knee. If that price tag induces sticker shock, opt for the regular Strawberries Arnaud, sans ring, for $9. Bon appétit!

This article appears in the Winter-Spring 2016 issue of New Orleans Bride