Let them eat Chocolate Domingo Cake

Let them eat Chocolate Domingo Cake

Marie Antoinette may have been a lacklustre stateswoman, but she had the right idea about baked goods. This cake is so delicious that you will be coming back for seconds thirds fourths! Now, those who know me know that I’m not much for baking. I love to cook,...
Raspberry Swirl Meringues

Raspberry Swirl Meringues

Today I am feeling blessed to have attended the baby shower of a very dear friend. She has been mentor, colleague, and friend and I feel fortunate to have shared this special day with her. I wanted to bring something yummy to the shower, so I brought out my favourite...
Maple Oat Scones

Maple Oat Scones

In celebration of Outlander’s return to the airwaves, I thought I ought to do a post with a bit of a Scottish theme. Monday was also Tartan Day, so the whole thing is pretty timely! (I haven’t yet watched the first episode, because I’m one of those...
Banana bread for the bon vivant

Banana bread for the bon vivant

We all have those recipes that instantly make us feel at home again: whether it’s mac ‘n cheese, meatloaf, chocolate chip cookies, or soup, they just say “comfort”. On Thursday night, after an emotionally-charged first day at a new school,...