Last week my youngest turned two years old. With most of my kids birthdays, I end up making the cake I want, usually something covered in fondant, or, if I'm too tired, buttercream. Admittedly, her last birthday cake was much fancier, but for this ...
Archives for June 2014
Blueberry Lavender Hand Pies
After making this pie filling I have come to one conclusion. ...
Mixed Berry Panna Cotta
Summer is definitely the season for panna cotta. This light, classic Italian dessert is cool and creamy and can be made with so many combinations. Right now, berries are the word. All varieties are stocked in our stores in abundance and the prices ...
Cantaloupe Melon Sorbet
I love it when you hit that point in the summer where all the melons start to get super sweet and you don't even have to try to pick out the perfect one. They're all great! ...
Cherry Pineapple Lemonade
I think I mentioned my youngest daughters penchant for berries a few posts ago. Well, maraschino cherries cause an even bigger problem around these parts. Not only does my littlest hover around any place maraschino cherries might even possibly be, ...
Insalata Caprese with Balsamic Vinegar Reduction
I absolutely adore a good caprese salad. Anytime, anywhere, in a boat or on a coat, I will eat caprese. But in the summer, when the basil is fresh and the tomatoes are in season, it becomes really magnificent. It can make an elegant appetizer or ...