These fudgy mini brownies are perfectly sized, thanks to mini muffin tins, and filled with a touch of cherry jam and a LINDOR truffle that melts into an ooey gooey filling.

If you're hosting a viewing party for the Superbowl or the Oscars, or just having a few friends over, I have a few recipes that are certified crowd-pleasers.

January 25, 2016

Chocolate Almond Cake

I knew I wanted to bake a birthday cake that we both would love. He likes chocolate covered almonds, I like cake and lots of butter, and so Julia's cake it is.

“And the winner is…” I’ve always been a huge fan of watching awards shows. I love the glitz and the glamour, the pomp and circumstance, the celebrities galore. I watch the red carpet interviews and...

Last month I was treated to a different kind of meal. I ate a tapas-style diner, made entirely from ingredients from McDonald’s, prepared by Chef Stephanie Cmar. Yes, that Stephanie Cmar, executive chef of...

This is a turtle cheesecake. With salted caramel and toasted pecans and dark chocolate chips. The crust made more luxurious by brown sugar and lots of butter. And the actual cheesecake is so smooth...

December 31, 2015

A Look Back into 2015

I love writing these yearly recaps, not just to share with my wonderful readers, but also as a chance for me to reflect on the year that was. (I’ve been doing this every year: 2010,...

December 27, 2015

What to Eat in Portland, Maine

When I think of Maine, I think of blueberries. And people wearing plaid. And lobster. Sweet, sweet lobster. On a recent trip to Portland, Maine, I ate the best lobster roll I've ever had.

The base of this brownie is my tried and tested recipe for super fudgy brownies. Then I topped it with a very merry sprinkle of peppermint chips, on top of am extremely generous slather...

November 30, 2015

Holiday Gift Ideas for Foodies

It’s my favorite time of the year! I love the holidays because I get to spend a lot of quality time with family and friends, and there are presents and cookies involved. I like...