In this post from September, I shared with all of you about my journey through treatment and recovery from breast cancer.  That journey humbled me and changed me in ways I will be forever grateful.  I rarely sweat the small … Continue reading →

Where had Black-Bottom Cupcakes been my whole life?  Up until five years ago, I had never heard of these little cheese filled cakes.  How’s is that possible!  I grew up in a baking family and I have read more cook … Continue reading →

I have been enjoying the sweetest of days.  My niece’s Bat Mitzvah gathered family in beautiful bucolic Sonoma County, California – a place that stole a piece of my soul many years ago.  A second niece celebrated the pivotal milestone … Continue reading →

My heart swells with gratitude as Sifting Focus turns “1”.  You, my readers, have offered up such kind words of encouragement during this past year.   Your thoughtful comments make the sharing of this personal baking journal all the more … Continue reading →

Who can resist the intensely colored ruby red juice of a blood orange.  I remain amazed at the depth and array of color that nature provides us.  The juice from a blood orange not only prods me toward the kitchen … Continue reading →