Caketopia: Your Guide to Decorating Buttercream Cakes with Flair, written by Sheri Wilson, features a variety of fantastic techniques and detailed instructions to create stunning cakes. The book is filled with 30 step-by-step tutorials covering everything from sprinkle art and painting with buttercream to forming stripes, playing with glitter, and adding the perfect ganache drip….
A recipe for a Cardamom Latte inspired by our time in San Diego! Hot espresso is combined with honey, ground cardamom, and steamed milk for a wonderful start to the day. Earlier this year, we spent a weekend in San Diego visiting the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We loved our short time…
Ammu: Indian Home-Cooking to Nourish Your Soul, written by Asma Khan, features an incredible collection of recipes and memories inspired by the author’s childhood and her Ammu, mother. A few highlights include Pyaz ke Pakora (Onion Fritters), Shami Kabab (Stuffed Meat Patties), Kancha Aamer Chutney (Raw Mango Chutney), Zaffrani Raan (Saffron Leg of Lamb), and…
A recipe for Xigua Niu Nai (西瓜牛奶, Taiwanese Watermelon Milk)! Cubes of watermelon are blended with milk and a little sugar for a cool and refreshing drink. This Xigua Niu Nai (西瓜牛奶, Taiwanese Watermelon Milk) is such a refreshing way to use up any extra watermelon during the hot summer months. Best of all, the…
Serafina: Modern Italian Cuisine for Everyday Home Cooking, by Vittorio Assaf and Fabio Granato, features a wonderful variety of classic Italian dishes with the home cook in mind. A few highlights include Octopus and Potato Salad, Pizza Quattro Stagioni, Farfalle al Limoncello, Halibut with Moscato Sauce, and Focaccia with Nutella. I will also be sharing…
A recipe for Japanese Coffee Jelly (コーヒーゼリー)! This versatile treat comes together with only a handful of ingredients for quite the delicious and refreshing dessert. Brunch Week It is time for #BrunchWeek again! Hosted by Christie of A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures, this year’s event is featuring a variety of sweet and savory recipes perfect for brunch….
A recipe for Korvapuustit (Finnish Cinnamon Rolls)! This cardamom-scented pastry is filled with layers of cinnamon sugar and baked until golden. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, I may receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Brunch Week It is time for #BrunchWeek again! Hosted…
Fix Me a Plate: Traditional and New School Soul Food Recipes from Scotty Scott of Cook Drank Eat features 60 authentic and unique recipes paired with beautiful photos and engaging stories. A few highlights include Catfish and Grits, Chicken and Garlic Butter Dumplings, New Orleans BBQ Shrimp, Blueberry Corn Pancakes, and Salted Caramel Cast-Iron Bread…
A recipe for Lavender Lemonade inspired by our time in San Diego and Balboa Park! This floral lemonade includes a homemade lavender syrup for a cool and refreshing drink. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, I may receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Earlier…
Tokyo Up Late: Iconic Recipes from the City that Never Sleeps, written by Brendan Liew, features a wonderful collection of recipes and stories inspired by Tokyo’s izakaya, ramen shops, tempura bars, restaurants, and convenience stores. A few highlights include Harusame Salad (Glass Noodle Salad), Chirashi Zushi (Scattered Sushi), Ramen Noodles, Chicken Curry, and Mitarashi Dango…
A recipe for Pa amb Tomàquet (Catalan Bread with Tomato)! Toasted slices of bread are topped with garlic, tomato, and olive oil. Translating to Bread with Tomato, Pa amb Tomàquet (Pan Tumaca) is a Catalan-style bread showcasing the best of summer produce in a simple, yet incredibly flavorful way. It is a great option for…
