Flavoring Macarons with Loose-Leaf Tea
If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you probably know that I also own a newly-opened macaron shop (Poeme Macarons!), an endeavor I’ve put a potent dose of effort and passion into for quite a while now. It’s…
Recipe: Jumbo Lemon Blueberry Ginger Muffins (Bakery-Style)
There’s nothing like a huge, warm muffin from a local bakery to brighten your morning; it always seems hard to recreate at home, though. Maybe it’s because part of the appeal of these huge, soft muffins is in the atmosphere–like…
Flavor Profile: Coffee Macarons
I LOVE coffee desserts–there’s something about the mixture of creamy, sweet, and bitter, roasted coffee notes that just gets me going, I guess…don’t look at me that way…Coffee macarons are no exception. The nutty, striking undertones in coffee are a…
Recipe: Blackberry Bars (A Twist on the Classic Lemon Bar)
A good lemon bar is like a burst of sunshine on a melancholy day–it’s bright, tart, sweet, and refreshing; there’s not many things better than biting into a lemon bar on a summer day. And as much as I love…
Recipe: Earl Grey Scottish Shortbread
What better way to enjoy a slice of tender, buttery shortbread than with a steamy cuppa? With this recipe, you can enjoy both at once (although I’d still recommend that side of hot tea!); the floral, citrusy Earl Grey pairs…
Recipe: Easy Orange Crème Brulee, No Blow Torch Required!
Crème Brulee is one of those desserts that looks exceedingly difficult and unapproachably elegant, when in actuality, it’s incredibly easy (and quick) to make. Plus, it’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious and has that trademark, appealing caramel crunch on top (it’s like candy…
Flavor Profile: Dark Chocolate Macarons
Who doesn’t love a rich, fudgy bite of chocolatey goodness? I mean chocoalte is even proven to make you happy–so it’s no wonder we guzzle down this magical substance with gusto (bordering on obsession, really…the fact that chocolate fondue exists…
Recipe: Lofthouse Soft, Frosted Sugar Cookies
I think we all have our guilty pleasure foods, and the most compelling ones are those with a healthy dose of childhood nostalgia. And those pillowy, sweet, and addictive frosted Lofthouse cookies from the grocery store have always been one…
Recipe: Easy, Impressive Strawberries Romanoff
It’s finally getting a bit warmer in Colorado, as Easter approaches and the promise of balmy, carefree summer days is fresh in our minds. With this comes the desire for fresh, light, and healthy desserts–not that I would pass up…
Flavor Profile: Chocolate Hazelnut Praline Macarons
In Serbia (and most of Europe, really), Hazelnut and chocolate is THE candy combination, kind of like peanut butter and chocolate is incredibly popular in America. In fact, my Serbian relatives shudder at the thought of peanut butter and chocolate…
