Using a French press is a lovely and flavorful way to serve coffee right from your table.

What trend is brewing in the kitchens of entertaining experts right now? For those who want to impress their guests, culinary insiders know it starts with selecting the perfect coffee to pair with that delectable dessert.

You can find sweet inspiration in "The Colors of Dessert," a colorful coffee table and recipe book that features 84 delectable desserts from well-known chefs across the country — and the ideal coffee pairing as recommended by coffee experts.

"One of the most extraordinary food and beverage pairings in the world has to be that perfect cup of coffee with dessert," said Scott McMartin, director of Coffee and Tea Education at Starbucks. "Try pairing different coffee blends with various desserts and you'll notice that the flavors of each sip are enhanced with every bite — and vice versa."

"The Colors of Dessert" is available in bookstores nationwide and a portion of the book's proceeds will be donated to The Children's Storefront, a tuition-free school in Harlem, N.Y.

Coffee and Dessert: Two of a Kind

Brewing coffees at home and pairing with different foods can make for memorable taste sensations. Select a whole bean coffee, grind at home and prepare tableside in a coffee press for delicious taste and elegant presentation. To create your own pairings for your favorite desserts, use geography as a guide:

n Latin American coffees offer rich flavors of nuts and cocoa. Coffees from this region pair well with desserts that feature nuts and caramel, as well as apples, blueberries and lemons.

n African/Arabian coffees feature floral aromas and flavors of berries and citrus. Coffees from this region pair well with dried fruits, lemons and grapefruit, plus dishes featuring savory herbs and spices.

n Asian/Pacific coffees are full-bodied, herbal and earthy, and pair well with cheese as well as rich, buttery dishes that feature toffee and caramel. Spicy flavors like cinnamon also go well with these coffees.