12 Amazing Birthday Cake Ideas
It’s my birthday at the end of the month and even though I’m not totally psyched at the idea of turning another year older…
Desserts
Apricot Almond Tart
When I was first arrived at my Grandfather’s house last month I was full of good culinary intentions. I told myself that staying two…
Bounty Chocolate Coconut Donuts
Hi lovelies! I’m off to visit my family in France tomorrow (yay!) and since I’ll be moving around a lot for the first few…
Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes
I must admit I’m not the most accomplished baker. Cocktails and appetizers? YES! Cakes…they’re more of a challenge to me. Maybe it’s because I…
Tiramisu ‘Espresso’ Cups
When we visited Rome with our friends last year we enjoyed a great meal at a little restaurant in the Trastevere area called ‘Grazia…
Creamy Rice Pudding With Blueberry Sauce
Rice pudding is one of those desserts that I absolutely loved as a child but now always tend to forget about. I’m not sure…
Rhubarb Streusel Cake
My friend Jo brought a beautiful rhubarb cake to my house a few weeks ago to have with coffee and it was so good…
White Chocolate And Coconut Brownies
I had originally made these white chocolate and coconut brownies for a coffee date with a couple of friends. However, we ended up cancelling…
Cherry Clafoutis
With all this talk of ‘Bastille Day’ lately I’ve been craving french food like crazy this week. Sure I celebrated with a nice steak…
French Palmiers (Elephant Ears)
Whenever I have last minute guests and need to whip up a quick appetizer I always make Palmiers (aka Elephant ears). They’re not only…