Why make a regular simple syrup when you could make a spicy, delicious simple syrup?! This Jalapeño Simple Syrup Recipe is just as simple as making regular simple syrup. But it pairs perfectly with all your favorite cocktails. You could make a margarita with a little kick or a Pimm’s Cup that has a bit […]
Few scents are as universally appreciated as lavender. It’s adored for it’s color, aroma and taste! The latter is what I’m most excited about lately. A while back, I was lucky enough to discover one of the most delicious cocktails EVER, the “Lavender Vesper.” Upon further investigation, I discovered the origins of this tasty bev […]
As a pastry chef, I was both delighted and embarrassed the first time I tasted brown butter. Delighted because how can you not be? It’s rich, nutty, a bit salty and just so warm and flavourful. It immediately makes anything it touches 1000x better. Embarrassed because, like avocados, I didn’t try brown butter until much […]
I’m getting ahead of myself but let me just start by saying – it’s easier than you think! Tempering white chocolate is easy and fun! That’s why making Edible Glitter White Chocolate Bars like these or Edible Flower White Chocolate Bark like this is within reach. There are several different methods that you can use […]
Recently I was in the predicament of having too many ripe apples and not enough time to enjoy them before they became overripe. Naturally, I turned to the internet for ideas on what to do with too many apples. I wanted to find a recipe that used LOTS of apples, had few other ingredients, and […]
I admit it – until recently, I bought store-bought, pre-made pancake mix. Because it’s easy. And it’s simple. And it’s takes almost no time. But I’m going to let you in on a big secret: making pancake mix at home is easy. And simple. And it takes almost no time. You can even make cool twists on an […]
Looking for an easy way to elevate all of your desserts? You must make this Simple Graham Cracker Crust Recipe! It’s soooo much better than store bought and gives your desserts that fresh buttery flavor that’s impossible to resist. Best of all, you can add additional ingredients, like cinnamon, to give your graham cracker crust […]
How much do you love a classic grilled steak with Montreal Steak Seasoning? It’s a perfect, easy way to add that crunchy flavorful bust to your steak. Montreal Steak Seasoning should be a staple. But you know what’s better than a pre-made Montreal Steak Seasoning? Yep, you guessed it! It’s making it from scratch. Anything […]
Do you love that crisp snap of chocolate when it’s perfectly tempered? I do too! If you are new to chocolate, tempering is when you melt and reform the chocolate crystals in a way that makes hard at room temperature. Tempering gives it that crisp snap when you break it and tempering gives your chocolate […]
Is it just me, or does summer put you in the mood to grill? Grilling is not only one of my favorite ways to cook but it is one of my favorite ways to eat just about any food. I love a good out of the box grilled recipe like these Grilled Wedge Salad Skewers […]