Whenever I throw a party, I tend to go a bit overboard on desserts. Probably because they are my favorite thing to make and always look the most impressive. For the Kentucky Derby, I knew that I’d need to make something other than my Derby Pie Macarons and so after some research, I settled on… Continue reading Kentucky Derby Dessert: Mint Julep Cupcakes
I have to admit that I’ve never really celebrated the Kentucky Derby, mostly because the first weekend in May is typically reserved for Cinco de Mayo festivities. I decided to change that this year though. The more I researched Kentucky Derby parties, the more I realized that I have been missing out. One of the… Continue reading Kentucky Derby Dessert: Derby Pie Macarons
Like many people, I am a big fan of Game of Thrones (both the books & TV series). In honor of the 5th season premiere last night, I invited a few friends over to watch and enjoy a Game of Thrones inspired dinner. The star of the evening was easily my bite sized lemon pound cakes.… Continue reading Game of Thrones Inspired Dessert: Bite Sized Lemon Pound Cakes
Returning to the cool spring weather in New Jersey after a week in South Carolina & Georgia has me ready for summer. For me, lemon desserts always make me think of summer. Since Tori & I didn’t have time to make it to Paula Deen’s restaurant in Savannah, I figured why not add a summery… Continue reading A Taste of Summer: Lemon Gooey Butter Cake
When you come from a large Italian family like we do, you are bound to have quite a few traditional dishes for any holiday. For Easter, three things are always found on our brunch table- pizza ghen, a lamb cake, & ricotta pie. Pizza ghen can probably best be described as a sort of breakfast… Continue reading Traditional Easter Dessert: Ricotta Pie
Over the last few years, french macarons have become a common place dessert in bakeries across the country. Many of these bakeries even fly macarons from French bakeries over here to the U.S. to sell. I first encountered macarons while studying abroad in Paris. While, I didn’t get a chance to try them, I was… Continue reading French Macarons: The Basics
So you have decided you’re going to have friends or family over for brunch, and now the panic is starting to set in. What will you make? What will you wear? If you’re anything like me, after a few hours of browsing through Pinterest you’re still not sure which french toast casserole will be the… Continue reading Brunch: What to Make & Wear
Growing up outside of Philadelphia, Irish Potatoes were a staple at St Patrick’s Day. Whether it was a mom making them for our class in grade school or picking up a box of Oh Ryan’s from the grocery store, they were always part of the St Patrick’s Day tradition. I was a bit surprised to… Continue reading St Patrick’s Day Desserts: Irish Potatoes
If you are anything like me, you’ve seen the Wilton Cake Decorating Courses offered at your local craft store and often wondered if they were worth the money. A few years ago, I happened to be in Michael’s when they were having a sale on both the classes and the kit you need to buy… Continue reading Wilton Decorating Course 1: Is it Worth It?
Over the past three years, I’ve celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in a number of ways and in a number of towns, but one thing that has remained consistent is the dessert I bring with me to parties: Irish Car Bomb Cupcakes.
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