The translation of the name Italian tiramisù (tirami sù) means "pick-me-up" (metaphorically, "make me happy,"), this is thought to refer to the caffeine in the espresso and effect of cocoa used in the recipe.
The translation of the name Italian tiramisù (tirami sù) means "pick-me-up" (metaphorically, "make me happy"). This may refer to the caffeine in the espresso and effect of cocoa used in the recipe.