The epi-tome of a conundrum

One of my favourite eateries in America is the Cheesecake Factory – arguably not the most upmarket of joints, but completely irresistible.

Brits: I’m going to give you enough credit to work out this restaurant’s particular area of expertise.

                 

However, this is the USA we’re talking about, and they don’t do things by halves.

As well as presenting a savoury menu whose length rivals the OED, the Cheesecake Factory offers more than 30 varieties of cheesecake, from peppermint to pumpkin, Kahlua to key lime.

I sit in my booth, scan the list, and one particular flavour catches my eye every single time.

 If only life were that simple.

One fateful night in November 2008, I discovered – the hard way – that I am allergic to macadamia nuts.

So, when faced with this menu item, I have to weigh up:

Elation of white chocolate vs anaphylactic shock.

Worryingly, it is never an easy decision.