First documented in the early 1950s, the Nanaimo Bar (named after Nanaimo, British Columbia, on Vancouver island) is a three-layer, no-bake dessert. The bar consists of three layers: a coconut crumb base, a custard filling, and chocolate ganache on top. Often found at coffee shops, occasionally available on dessert menus, and a summer potluck staple, Nanaimo bars are a local tradition. For those traveling to B.C. as part of your Seattle vacation, consider driving up to Nanaimo, where maps of a complete circuit of Nanaimo Bar-related attractions are available, including consumption of Nanaimo Bar sundaes, martinis, cheesecake, and even waffles. Best dessert—or best dessert EVER?
