November 12, 2020. Rainy and grey. Fabulous Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins. The weather was so gloomy I wanted to make something sweet to brighten up the day. I was searching on Pinterest for ideas and came across this recipe from officiallyglutenfree.com and this is definitely a …
November 8, 2020. Beautiful autumn day. Delectable Apple Danish Pastry. It’s autumn in the northern hemisphere and it’s apple season! I am on an apple baking streak – I made an easy semi homemade french apple tart a few days ago and now this. I …
November 6, 2020. Clear and cool. Semi-Homemade Apple Tart. I was in the mood for a slice of apple tart today. The unceasing election news for the past few days has thrown me off my usual routine. I have been too distracted to focus my …
November 3, 2020. Election Day. Sunny and cool. Carrot & Cardamom Cake. I did not expect to make this cake today. It’s Election Day in the US and I have planned to make yet another easy no-knead bread and English Cottage Loaves, and NOT a …
Taiyaki Japanese Fish-Shaped Pancakes are a terrific fun food snack that reminds me of my days living in Japan. I was recounting tales of memorable times in Tokyo with my kids and hit an unbelievable patch of nostalgia! So, do not be surprised if you …
September 9, 2020. Mid Afternoon. French Apple Tart. Sara Moulton, one of my favorite chefs, posted a baking challenge to make this fun French Apple Tart on Facebook this summer. I was instantly intrigued and was inspired to learn. Tarte aux pommes or apple tarts …
In June 2020, inspired by all the frenzy around Costco Raspberry Crumble Cookies I decided to put my newly honed isolation baking skills to make a copycat version. My homemade Costco Raspberry Crumble Cookies use a shortbread crust and mixed berries conserves (that’s what I …
If you have never heard of Grape Clafoutis (pronounced klah-foo-TEE) then you are in for a treat. This fabulous French dessert is typically made with black cherries but is presented here with a lovely twist. This French Grape Clafoutis is absolutely scrumptious! Backstory About 8 …