Archive for March, 2012

Chocolate Noisette Layer Cake for Passover

"Fluffy goodness surrounding a chocolate nutty cake"

Lately I have been thinking quite a bit about the meaning behind the word “tradition”.  I am a fanatic, a stickler, somewhat of a maniac about tradition.  I find comfort just knowing that whatever life is bringing my way, however … Continue reading




Carrot Cake Cheese Cake and the Cheesecake Factory

"A slice of Carrot Cake Cheesecake on a dessert plate"

There is an ear to ear smile on my face these days.  You see, Jayz decided to spend her spring break at home here in CA with her Mom and Dad.  The anticipation and preparation began days ahead of her … Continue reading




Blueberry Raspberry Scones

"Flakey, buttery scone oozing with blueberry and raspberry fruitiness."

I’m the early riser in the family.  Our house is sparsely populated these days.  With J away at school, that only leaves me, H, and our furry friend -both of them preferring to snooze in on Sunday mornings.  I on … Continue reading




Cream Filled Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies and a Do-Si-Do Memory

"Crunchy, nutty peanut butter cookies sandwiching a creamy peanut butter filling."

It’s that time again.  Every year around February/March there is that knock at the door from those sweet little neighbor girls.  “Would you like to buy some cookies?”  Silly question.  Of course I would like to buy some cookies.  I … Continue reading