I offered to make cupcakes for a family memorial reception last weekend. Little did I know at the time what I was getting myself into. It wasn’t the act of picking up the necessities, planning the “cupcake menu” or even making the cupcakes that was an issue. It was the storm that hit before the … Continue reading »
When I was a little girl, I attended a going away party for another little girl whose mom made ice cream cone cupcakes. Cupcakes baked inside an ice cream cone. Genius!! I remember thinking then what a cool idea that was. Although I don’t remember the specifics of whether the cupcakes were white or chocolate or … Continue reading »
Due to popular demand, I’ve been given the go ahead to share the recipe from my previous post, Chocolate Cake! Trust me when I say this is a must try!! Seriously. And quite honestly, this recipe is too easy and over-the-top delicious, not to try! Go thru your cupboards and throw away any boxed chocolate cake mixes … Continue reading »
When I think of S’Mores, I think of camping. When I think of camping, I think of my last camping trip about 3 years ago. One hot June weekend I went camping at Casini Ranch, about 45 minutes away located on the Russian River. We had the perfect site. Close to the river, but not on the … Continue reading »
Who loves peanut butter and chocolate??? Raising my hand high, I DO!! I DO!!! With 4th of July upon us, many are preparing for BBQ’s, pool parties, picnics and family outings to celebrate. If you’re looking for a delicious twist on an old-time American classic, the brownie, give these heavenly confections a try! These cupcakes … Continue reading »
What’s better than a Boston Cream Pie!? Boston Cream Pie CUPCAKES of course!!! As Father’s Day and my dad’s birthday nears, what better time to make my dad one of his favorites, Boston Cream Pie! In cupcake form of course! Those who have been following for some time know that I haven’t had the best of luck … Continue reading »
Summer is almost here!! You know what that means?!? BBQ’s, backyard Luaus and parties at the park! I have a hard time showing up somewhere empty-handed. Even if it’s not a requirement to bring something. Add to that the pressure I put upon myself to bring something different. Something those I’m sharing with may not … Continue reading »
I’ve been intimidated to make a from scratch cake. Both my mom and I tried our hands at true homemade from scratch cakes last year and we each bombed. Severely. Neither one of us have been quick to give it another go. Until now. I ran across a quote this week that read, “successful people replace the words like “wish”, “try” … Continue reading »
Somebody stop me! No really, STOP ME!! Stop my brain from over-thinking and stop this overwhelming desire to bake! I’d even settle for a scale back. Baking off homemade goodies every other week, opposed to EVERY week would be a good start! I’m sure some of my friends are tired of sampling the variety of … Continue reading »
Northern California hit the mid to high 80′s (low 90′s in a few places) for a few days and many of us complained. Myself included! I love being able to wear skirts, summer dresses, flip-flops and sandals. I love BBQ’s and warm evenings spent outdoors enjoying cold drinks and good conversation. I love the sweet smell … Continue reading »
