"I’ve always called Lucia a gourmet Twix bar, because it bears a striking resemblance to that candy. With luscious caramel, a slight hint of espresso, and bittersweet chocolate, it’s a crowd pleaser. But being popular does not come easy. It takes effort. In this case, that takes the form of lots of stirring of hot, bubbling caramel. Trust me when I say it is well worth it... and not just because I named it after my great- grandmother...."