Just for kicks: Bill Granger's coffee treats What helps is that we don't drink coffee at home. I just find it doesn't taste as good when you prepare it yourself. Maybe it's because I don't have one of those nifty coffee machines that make rich velvety coffees at the press of a button, but mostly it's because I'd miss the ceremony of going out for a cappuccino first thing. That morning stroll into Granger & Co, the relaxed banter with customers and staff - for me, a coffee is probably more about that than the caffeine kick you get from it. So, by late morning, in theory at least, I've usually had my self-imposed coffee quota for the day. Having said that, when I'm feeling rebellious I might sneak in a dessert made with coffee, or the odd espresso after dinner. It's one of my top guilty pleasures and one I know will keep me awake at night. The caffeine rush that is, not the guilt. Candied espresso walnuts Serves 6-8 Comforting and old-fashioned: Coffee sponge with cardamom cream (Kristin Perers) Coffee sponge with cardamom cream Bill's coffee and chocolate truffles are inspired by the amazing chocolate truffles at London's River Café (Kristin Perers) Coffee and chocolate truffles Vietnamese coffee mousse is a truly addictive combination of coffee and condensed milk (Kristin Perers) Vietnamese coffee mousse