One of my latest creations is this autumn pear entremet cake. Built inside a metal ring, entremets (layered mousse cakes) feature a variety of contrasting components. This combination creates the experience of tasting multiple flavors …
Patriotic macarons for July 4th!
Macarons, macarons! Of all of the French recipes I looked forward to learning in pastry school, one of the things I most wanted to learn was the proper technique for making a classic macaron cookie. …
British Classics Workshop at Bread Ahead Bakery
Yesterday I attended a day course at Bread Ahead Bakery and School, located inside London’s Borough Market. I’ve followed this bakery on social media for years, added their cookbook to my Amazon wishlist, and even …
Soda Bread with Raisins and Citrus
Irish soda bread is a good way to ease into breadmaking. We learned to make a classic loaf of soda bread a few weeks ago during our introduction to boulangerie course. Although I’d eaten lots …
Chai-Spiced White Chocolate Banana Bread
Original post published February 11, 2019. Last updated on December 8th, 2023. I’m one of those people who tends to be very picky about the ripeness of my bananas. Too green? Ick. A few days …
Triple Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies
Anybody else absolutely crazy for butterscotch? I love it in all forms. Not too long ago while on a Trader Joe’s expedition, I stumbled upon their Milk and Dark Chocolate Butterscotch Bits Bar. And though …