this matcha ginger beer is bubbly and slightly sweet and a tiny bit bitter, perfect for a non-alcoholic new year’s eve toast! where do you get your inspo? i used to daydream up flavor combos during class, though somehow that doesn’t happen at work (probably a good thing). the idea for this matcha ginger beer […]
White Peppermint Cake
this white peppermint cake has peppermint bark baked into the cake, and peppermint swiss meringue buttercream in between the layers. there’s 9 days left until The Big Day, but i think i’m finally in the mood. there was a stroll through the local park featuring trees decorated by community orgs, there’s decorations (3 year old […]
Three Layer Peppermint Brownies
these three layer peppermint brownies have a crunchy chocolate sandwich cookie crust and fudge-y brownie middle, all topped with a layer of dark chocolate and crushed peppermint candy canes. are you one of those people who were listening to christmas carols before halloween hit? i may have made (and destroyed) a gingerbread village before thanksgiving, […]
Alton Brown’s Pancakes
this post for alton brown’s pancakes was originally posted in march 2016! the pictures have been updated. if someone’s going to be making breakfast at home, it’s usually my dad. weekend mornings consist of omelettes (usually with cheddar cheese, sometimes with smatterings of other things in the house- leftover caramelized onions, basil, tomatoes, avocado, mushrooms, […]
Yaki Manju
this post for yaki manju was originally posted in jan 2014! it’s been updated with some new pictures and new recipe copy. yaki manju is one of those desserts that might be an acquired taste for some. it has beans, and yes, it’s a dessert. however, it’s still pretty tame, and i’d recommend it for anyone […]
Sweet Potato Haupia Pie
this sweet potato haupia pie is the perfect balance of textures: crumbly macadamia nut shortbread, chunky purple sweet potato filling and creamy haupia, or coconut pudding. hi, what are you doing for thanksgiving? i’m hoping you’re planning endless deliciousness. i’ve self-appointed myself in charge of dessert (what’s new), and as someone who has already made […]