The cake is a brioche type of dough, rolled with a sweet mixture of sugar cinnamon and nuts. It is baked and covered in icing and colored sugar, the colors you find EVERYWHERE in New Orleans at this time of the year: Purple (representing Justice), Green (representing Faith) and Gold (representing Power). Continue reading »
I have been thinking about what recipe to do to celebrate that special day, for a long time… But then I ran really short on time, and when I finally had a chance to sit down and decide on something, it was 9:30pm on Monday night! Thankfully, I found a very easy Panna Cotta recipe, made with 3 ingredients and requiring only 10 min of prep!! perfect! Continue reading »
For the French, the best part of Candlemas is obviously the crepes!!! In France we have different recipes whether you want to to enjoy them with a sweet or savory filling. Today we have done sweet crepes, and I’ll share with you my favorite recipe, it’s a rule of 3; infallible, easy to remember and delicious! We haven’t done savory crepes in a while, but you’ll find the recipe below Continue reading »
Talking epiphany, I think I had one recently: I need to write again… yeah, it’s been 2 and half month… sorry! What happened? Well life did caught up to me and it was just getting too much. I guess I owe you, my fellow readers, an explanation… Continue reading »
Well, pretty much, yeah!!! If you follow me on Facebook, I warned you! October was going to be a busy one!!! And that was no joke. I mean, the month is not over, but November, can not be as busy… This month, I had My daughter’s 3rd birthday, my husband’s, huh, birthday, a lot of … Continue reading »
Here she is, 3 years old already! Hard to believe, my sweet baby is growing so fast! I have been wanted for ever to bake Hello Kitty stuff, because… Continue reading »
While everyone seem to be rushing into fall desserts with pumpkins and apples, I nostalgically stick with end of summer ingredients, and decide to ignore those first few leaves on my lawn… Continue reading »
Did you know that in France, French toast is called pain perdu, which means “lost bread”. It is called “lost bread” because it is a way to reclaim stale or “lost” bread. The hard bread is softened by dipping in a mixture of milk and eggs, and then fried. Make sense, right? Continue reading »
So you know, those little cakes on a stick are a growing trend that can’t be miss lately! No wonder, it’s a cake, on a stick! Usually decorated with sparkles and others, kids and adult falling back into childhood love it, because it looks so cute, fun and yummy! Continue reading »
To celebrate the fiesta ahead, I am sharing with you this great summer drink recipe. Easy, refreshing, sweet and even the kids would like it (just omit the vodka, please…). Continue reading »
Should I tickle your mind with 2 words: Ben & Jerry. Yes, I did it, put my brownie in the Nutella base, and it was the best decision ever this past weekend! Continue reading »
“This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook- try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all have fun!” Continue reading »
For a few occasions already, I have made popsicles with a banana base, and the kids LOVE it, the parents like it because it’s home made, easy and pretty healthy, and it tastes amazing! Continue reading »
This dessert is stunning in colors, and high in flavors. Perfect for Pride celebrations! Continue reading »
Blueberry Almond Tart We made it to the fields!!! Went berry picking with the kids on Saturday, and it was perfect! Yes, it was not sunny = nobody = all for us!!! We visited Driediger farms, specially picked this farm because they are growing redcurrants (love this berry)! I manage (with the help of the kids) to bring back … Continue reading »
Raspberry & Rosemary Sherbet I told you!!! That you would see more post about raspberry… yep, still picking them in my garden! So why with rosemary. Honestly I don’t know… I was very inspired by a post this week, featured on Freshly Pressed from Rollings Reliable, talking about fear. And it finished very well with a … Continue reading »
I couldn’t help but wonder how could I use the amazing flavor of lavender in cooking… Continue reading »
Banana Bread Muffins: low fat, low sugar, no guilt!!! No-no, I haven’t forgotten to post, but I am on a bit of a hold regarding cooking crazy goodness… Why? Well, have you notice the countdown in the upper right corner of this page? 14 days to go toFrance, that’s right!!! It’s not that I … Continue reading »
“Let the good times roll”!!!! Continue reading »
Lemon Meringue cupcake; a tribute to my supporters! This post includes a recipe, yes, but it is above all, a tribute to my biggest supporter; Patricia. The whole catering idea started back at the beginning of the year (or maybe longer in my dreams). It had been a while that my friends have been encouraging … Continue reading »
