SWEET DREAMS ARE MADE OF THESE
If you know the song, we know you have a wealth of life experience.
But no, we’re not talking about the song but desserts today!! Desserts are often referred to as "sweet dreams" because they have the power to transport us to a realm of indulgence, pleasure, and happiness. Just like dreams, desserts offer a temporary escape from the realities of everyday life, allowing us to indulge in sensory delights and experience moments of pure bliss - after all, yeah you deserve it!
The sweetness of desserts not only satisfies our taste buds but also stimulates our brain's pleasure centers, triggering the release of feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine. This can create a sense of euphoria and contentment, akin to the feelings we experience during pleasant dreams.
What we’ve found is that desserts often evoke nostalgic memories and emotions, reminding us of good, happy times and special occasions spent with the people that mean the most. Whether it's Grandma's homemade apple pie, a decadent slice of birthday cake or any item on the ZZ menu, desserts have the power to evoke feelings of warmth, comfort, and nostalgia, much like cherished dreams from the past.
More times than not, the act of enjoying desserts is often associated with relaxation, indulgence, and self-care. In a hectic world (we colloquially call ‘adulting’) filled with stress and responsibilities, taking the time to savor a delicious dessert can feel like a luxurious treat allowing us to unwind, pamper ourselves, and indulge in a moment of pure enjoyment.
So yes, desserts are like having sweet dreams because they offer a tantalizing escape from reality, evoke positive emotions and memories, and provide a moment of indulgence and pleasure that nourishes both the body and soul.
