I’m not a huge fan of sweet or heavy breakfast breads, but I love the idea of scones. There are lots of ways to make them, and when done right, they can only be described as heavenly. But more often than not, scones are terribly disappointing. Scones can be notoriously dry, heavy, and flavorless. Think… Read More White Chocolate and Sour Cherry Scones
I’ve been doing this blog for almost a year now! I’ve posted 50+ times, and over the past 11 months, I’ve noticed a few trends. I try to make a variety of things – this blog doesn’t have much of a “theme,” such as being a dessert blog, or a healthy recipe blog. Instead, Pâte à… Read More Blueberry Crumb Cake
I recently hinted that pumpkin and apple recipes would begin making an appearance with the inevitable coming of Fall. Fall officially arrived last week, so it is only fitting that I welcome its official start with a pumpkin recipe. The coming of Fall and the terrible rainy weather we’re being tortured with in New York City has… Read More (Healthier) Pumpkin Muffins
It’s sad to think that we are rapidly approaching the end of summer. Fall happens to be my favorite season, but the idea of putting on sweaters and gloves right now is kind of scaring me. Then again, the frequent monsoon-like rainstorms we’ve been having in New York City the past week or two might… Read More Zucchini Cornbread
This past Sunday I attended a spectacularly fun event – the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, an annual polo match on Governor’s Island. It was an absolutely gorgeous day to watch polo, drink champagne, and wear ridiculous hats. Being me, I (naturally) had to bring some sort of baked good to contribute to our snack table. I… Read More The Baked Brownie