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Which New Haven Dessert to Eat, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Yale chapter.

Many people turn to their zodiac sign for guidance on how to solve major life problems. The stars offer advice on a lot of different issues, including love, friends and money. And now they can help you with one of the most important issues: foodie dilemmas. Listen to the stars and let this food horoscope help you choose your next sweet treat.

Aries (March 21 – April 19): Hot Chocolate from Atticus Bookstore Cafe

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Aries peeps are like a flame, full of passion and energy. They get bored and lose interest quickly, so their food has to be packed with flavor. A little bit of kick goes a long way for the Aries, and the spice in Atticus’s Hot Chocolate will definitely keep you intrigued.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Claire’s Cake Shake

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People of Taurus have huge appetites, and in sync with their stubborn nature, don’t know when to stop eating sweets. They are highly independent, so a customizable cake shake (consisting of blended-up cake), is a perfect indulgence for the Taurus.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Tarry Lodge’s Chocolate Olive Oil Soft Serve

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Gemini folk would prefer to chat than eat, so their meals have to be interesting and intriguing. They enjoy novel international delicacies and chewing gets boring, so this no-chew-required Italian dessert keeps them satisfied. The twinned Gemini won’t be able to get enough of the dual nature of the chocolate-olive oil swirl.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22): Heirloom’s Hot Apple Cider Donuts

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Cancer constituents love intimate, cozy settings, so comfort food is their go-to choice. These hot apple cider donuts warm your insides with every bite – you can’t much more comforting than that.

Leo (July 23 – August 22): Banana Pudding from Caseus

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Leos enjoy being spoiled and demand the center of attention, so they love luxury meals made with the finest ingredients. Ordering the bread pudding from Caseus will definitely put you center stage, with your friends vying for the last irresistible bite.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22): Honey Bran Tea Bread from Four Flours

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Virgos are purists, enjoying simple and familiar flavors. With sensitive stomachs, Virgos turn to Mother Nature for tasty treats.  This all-natural honey bran tea will definitely agree with your stomach and send you into an irresistible foodie bliss.

Libra (September 23 – October 22): The Pantry’s Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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Every meal for a Libra is a feast, packed with decadent and rich flavors. Libras are known to have a dangerous sweet tooth and enjoy balanced gastronomic experiences. Not only will the cinnamon roll pancakes take your tastebuds on a sweet ride, but the swirl in them provides additional balance. The combination of frosting, syrup and butter creates a sweet and salty harmony.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21): Crepas Salguero from Barcelona Wine Bar

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You don’t want to upset a Scorpio because they can hold grudges for ages. So choosing the wrong dessert to serve a Scorpio could be friendship-ending. But don’t fret, no one can hate the crepes from Barcelona. Paired with dulce de leche, chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream, this sweet treat will keep Scorpios happy.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21): Soul de Cuba’s Empanadas de Guayaba

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Sagittariuses love fragrant, exotic foods with bold flavors. They are adventurous and love to experiment with new flavors. Some of their favorite foods are international delicacies, so Empanadas de Guayaba is the perfect treat for these curious foodies. The flaky Cuban turnovers are filled with thick guava pasta that bubbles into sweetness when fried, creating a variety of interesting textures and flavors.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19): Apple Pie Egg Rolls from Elm City Social 

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Capricorns enjoy relaxed and calm atmospheres, gravitating towards family classics. The welcoming environment at Elm City Social puts Capricorns at ease. And the Apple Pie Egg Rolls, a rendition on the American classic, transports them back to their favorite family gatherings.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18): Harmonie de Sorbet from Union League Cafe

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Aquariuses are inventive and love making rare combinations, enjoying everything the new and unusual. They are also fruit and vegetable enthusiasts, so the Harmonie de Sorbets from Union League Cafe will send their taste buds soaring. An aquarius is sure to love the exotic sampler, which comes with spiced pumpkin, house-made fig and Anjou pear sorbets.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20): Dark Chocolate and Blood Orange Mouse Cake from Zinc

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Pisceans are lovers of classic food and they don’t want to experiment. Most pay more attention to a food’s presentation than its taste, looking for artistic and intuitive plating styles. Luckily for Pisceans, Zinc serves a good old piece of chocolate cake that looks pretty too.