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
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
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
Last week I went home for a night because of a doctors appointment. I’m one of those people that, even after six years of living in places other than my hometown, have not changed doctors. Point is, I got home … Continue reading
My favorite comfort food in the world is pudding – tapioca pudding, rice pudding, chocolate pudding, bread pudding and, of course, banana pudding. I tried Magnolia Bakery’s banana pudding for the first time last year and I was immediately hooked. … Continue reading
My sisters are both great at making ice cream but for some reason it has always intimidated me. I can clean a fish and make a killer chocolate soufflé but all of the steps in ice cream plus the large … Continue reading
