No matter advanced you get as a baker, there is something so special and comforting about coming back to the basics. In my case, that was a craving for muffins. They were probably the first thing I ever baked on my own as a teenager, and the genesis for my now decades-long baking obsession. But these aren’t just any basic-bish … Read More
Blueberry Almond Croissant Focaccia
If an almond croissant is your favourite little sweet treat, then you are going to absolutely adore this Blueberry Almond Croissant Focaccia. It has all the things you love – a sweet, nutty frangipane, crispy flaked almonds and a generous dusting of icing sugar, all baked into a fluffy focaccia bread. Bursts of sweet, jammy blueberries are the perfect finishing … Read More
Blackberry and Earl Grey Hot Cross Bun Pudding
Hi, hello. I’m so sorry that it has been a year since my last blog post but today I am BACK and I have a very exciting recipe for you guys! Easter is coming up so soon and it’s one of my favourite occasions to think up recipes for. This Blackberry and Earl Grey Hot Cross Bun Pudding would be … Read More
My Favourite Easter Recipes
To me, Easter is a special time of year. I always feel the transition of seasons strongly in April. Summer is transitioning into shorter, cooler autumn days. Mangoes and peaches are out, but apples and pears are now in season. This new season coziness just makes me want to get in the kitchen and bake. I have a crazy urge … Read More
Bill Granger’s Coconut Bread
One of my little projects this year is going back through fifteen years of blog archives and updating some of my very favourite recipes. I started my blog as a graphic design college student back in 2007. I was just getting into baking, blogging and photography and never imagined that I would still be doing all these things so many … Read More
Banana Biscoff Cheesecake Muffins
After a little break from baking, I’m back today with these delicious Banana and Biscoff Cheesecake Muffins. Because is it even lockdown if you don’t make banana bread or something like it? I don’t think so. These muffins are so delicious! The banana muffin itself is pretty classic, but I’ve taken it up several notches with Biscoff Cheesecake filling AND … Read More
Dutch Baby Pancake with Chamomile Infused Honey
I’m a big fan of easy, portable breakfast ideas that you can prep ahead of time and take on the go. I run my own business, and most days are busy. I’m either running out to a photo shoot, eating at my desk or skipping breakfast entirely. That’s why I love a weekend brunch – the chance to take things … Read More
Hot Cross Bun Pull Apart Bread with Cream Cheese Glaze
I’ve said it before, but something about autumn and Easter time just makes me want to turn on the oven and get my hands into a bowl of dough. I love the smell of yeast, sweet spices, and delicious aromas coming from my oven. I love the whole process – mixing, kneading, waiting, rolling, baking. It’s totally therapeutic, one of … Read More
Raspberry and Ricotta Baked French Toast
On Monday I burned my sweet potato fries to a blackened crisp. On Tuesday, my laptop just wouldn’t start up and much freaking out ensued. On Wednesday, I was caught in a freak downpour walking home – soaked right down to my underwear. Can I just say that things have not gone to plan lately. I could blame Mercury in … Read More
Gingerbread Spiced Fig Granola
I’ve been making homemade granola since 2008, and it has changed my breakfast game forever. After my very first batch, I had an inkling that chopping almonds and stirring warmed honey through rolled oats would become a part of my regular routine. Here we are ten years later, I can’t even remember the last time I purchased cereal or granola at … Read More