What's essential to indulge with grand afternoon meal? (6)

I believe the answer is:

gateau

(Other definitions for gateau that I've seen before include "Cake (from the Black Forest?)" , "Cake for Pierre" , "Something French for 22?" , "Elaborate cake" , "Black Forest dessert" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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