Monthly Archives: August 2008

Pierre Herme’s Chocolate Eclairs are a “Choux In” for the Daring Bakers!

It’s that time again and I’m just getting my post up for today’s reveal of this month’s Daring Bakers’ Challenge. This month our hosts are the lovely and talented Meeta of “What’s for Lunch, Honey?” and Tony of Olive Juice. … Continue reading

Posted in Appetizers, blog events, Cocktails, Daring Bakers, Desserts, Recipes, tea treats | 30 Comments

A Grand Day Out at the Sheepdog Championships

  I know this is a cheat- I didn’t cook this- but it’s the best takeout around- my idea of the best last minute meal in Salt Lake. After a long road trip today it was great to pick it … Continue reading

Posted in Fun Stuff, Travels | 5 Comments

Shipping Some Home Overseas for Operation Baking GALS

  If you haven’t heard of Operation Baking GALS let me tell you of a lovely band of bakers who have gathered together to ship a little taste of home to our men and women serving in the U.S. Military. … Continue reading

Posted in blog events, Cookies, Operation Baking Gals, Recipes | 3 Comments

Fresh Peach Amaretto Jam

Okay so I admit it- sometimes my eyes are bigger than my energy. I can’t seem to go to a fruit stand and just buy enough peaches for one pie- I buy a whole box- a half bushel. With visions of … Continue reading

Posted in Cookbooks I like, Herbs/Spices/Condiments, Jams/ Preserves, Recipes, tea treats, What I'm Reading Now | 9 Comments