Roll out the pate sucre to a circle to about 1/4-inch thick and large enough to slightly cover a 9-inch metal tart pan. Fit the dough into the pan and trim the edges. Line the bottom and sides of the shell with parchment. Fill the lining with dried beans or rice and bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool and remove the beans and lining. Return the shell to the oven and bake until golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes longer.

In a large metal bowl, whisk together the whole eggs, egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, lemon and lime juice, and zests. Set over simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture is very thick, about 10 minutes.

Turn off the flame and whisk in the butter, a few pieces at a time. (You dont want the mixture to cool down before all the butter is incorporated). Strain the filling into a bowl. Scrape into the baked tart shell and smooth with a metal spatula. Cool and then refrigerate until firm, 3 to 4 hours, up to overnight.

Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar evenly over the top of the filling. With a propane blowtorch, caramelize the sugar. (This can be done under the broiler, being careful not to burn the sugar topping). Refrigerate the tart for at least 30 minutes. Or if desired, eliminate the 2 tablespoons of sugar and arrange circles of raspberries on top of the tart. Sift a little powdered sugar over the berries just before serving.

Cut into slices and serve with an assortment of fresh berries.

This recipe yields 8 servings.

Comments: Whenever Whoopi Goldberg or Dabney Coleman comes to our restaurant, we know that we have to reserve a quarter of this tart for each of them. Dabney likes it with ice-cold milk, but Whoopi just eats it alone.

Wine Recommendation: A dessert wine such as a Bonny Doon, Framboise for Santa Cruz works great. Also port such as Warres Warrior or even a nice sparkling California white can be used.

Pate Sucre: 2 1/3 cups cake or pastry flour 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled, cut into small pieces 2 egg yolks 1 or 2 tablespoons heavy cream In a food processor fitted with the steel blade, combine the flour and sugar. Add the butter and process until the texture resembles fine meal. In a small bowl, whisk together the yolks and 1 tablespoon of the cream. Scrape into the machine and process until a ball begins to form, using the additional tablespoon of cream, if necessary. Remove the dough from the machine, and on a lightly floured surface, press down into a circle. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Yield: 2 (9-inch) tart shells Propane Gas Torch Warning: Propane gas torches are highly flammable and should be kept away from heat or flame, and should not be exposed to prolonged sunlight. Propane gas torches should only be used in well-ventilated areas. When lighting a propane gas torch, place the torch on a flat, steady surface, facing away from you. Light the match or lighter and then open the gas valve. Light the gas jet, and blow out the match. Always turn off the burner valve to finger tight when finished using the torch. Children should never use a propane gas torch without adult supervision.