If there is one word that is rarely associated with the food I cook it would be vegan. As a lover of all things meat, cheese, and dairy, I struggle not to use butter in everything. That said, I’m trying … Continue reading
I dated a guy whose housekeeper (yes, he had a housekeeper) made the best rum cake I’ve ever tasted. Each time she made it I would eat slice upon slice, replacing every meal with a plate full of rum cake … Continue reading
I moved into a new apartment this week! It is super exciting to have a new home for me and Griffin especially as our new home has something that’s very rare in NYC – space. We have a living room, … Continue reading
I love chocolate, but not all good desserts are chocolate. Before assuming that Valentine’s day means chocolate, consider branching out on a more unique, yet classic, route. This delicious almond cake comes courtesy of Amanda Hesser and is an almond-lover’s dream. … Continue reading
Panettone cakes, those weird brioche-like cakes dotted with dried fruit, dot up everywhere over the holidays. You can buy them at grocery stores, gas stations, and pharmacies and avoid them as you might, you’ll inevitably end up with a few. … Continue reading
I’ve never understood fun-sized candy bars. Since when is small more fun? Petit fours are one of the few things when smaller is actually better. These adorable little cakes are sweet, fruity, and delicious. Plus, they are so small that … Continue reading
This is a Guest Post by my wonderful and very culinarily talented sister Martha Biddle. Martha is a knitter, baker, juice enthusiast, summer camp counselor, and aspiring psychologist. My favorite summer dessert is strawberry shortcake. While my girlfriend’s family make … Continue reading
I try to go out to Sag Harbor to visit my grandmother as often as I can during the summer. It’s wonderful to see her, escape from the city, and get some much needed beach time in. It’s also … Continue reading
I love the use of a savory herb in a sweet. Green tea ice cream and thyme biscotti are delicious, so why not try sage in shortbread? These cookies were adapted from a recipe on My Baking Addiction. They were … Continue reading
When I think of summer I think of s’mores. Crisp graham crackers, molten chocolate, and gooey marshmallows sandwiched together and oozing all over the place. The problem with s’mores? You tend to need a campfire. Using the stove can leave marshmallows … Continue reading
