It's no secret that the great artist was quite the connoisseur of sweet treats.
Little known, however, is his love of fruit tarts.
In his secret notes, DaVinci scribbles about the perfect balance of flaky crust, caramelized sugar, and fresh fruit.
He even went so far as to create his own recipe for the ultimate fruit tart, featuring a pear as the crowning glory.
Want to learn more about DaVinci's pear tart obsession? Click below: