Category Archives: Desserts

A little Pre-Valentine’s Love in the Crafternoon!

Posted on 2009/02/05 by Gabi

Recently, I decided to host what I affectionately like to call a “crafternoon” -an afternoon of laughter and creativity. I invited my Mum, my sister who lives close by (Sherry) and one of my best friends- (Bonnie). We had lots of … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Beverages, Breads, Cakes, Craving Ellie CEiMB, Desserts, Dressings, Fun Stuff, Main Dishes, Recipes, Salads, side dishes | 11 Comments

On Scones… Orange Blueberry Almond Scones

Posted on 2009/01/27 by Gabi

  For me one of the benefits of cold weather is that Rick and I get to share tea fairly frequently. One of us will skulk about the kitchen  hovering near the stove and suddenly turn with a smile to … Continue reading →

Posted in Breads, Desserts, Favourite Movies, Recipes, tea treats | 5 Comments

Tuesdays With Dorie – Rugelach

Posted on 2008/11/04 by Gabi

Time for Tuesdays With Dorie again! This week the recipe, chosen by Grace at Piggy’s Cooking Journal, is Rugelach from pages 150-151 of “Baking: From My Home To Yours”, by Dorie Greenspan. These were fun to make and are quite delicious. Dorie says … Continue reading →

Posted in blog events, Cookbooks I like, Cookies, Desserts, Recipes, tea treats, Tuesdays with Dorie | 13 Comments

“I’m too sexy for my Crust!”- Italian Bittersweet Chocolate Silk Pie

Posted on 2008/11/03 by Gabi

  Have you seen the movie “Waitress”? If not, you’re missing out on a lovely, quirky, humorous, heart-wrenching piece of American pie! Adrienne Shelly wrote, directed and acted in it- all brilliantly! Please take the time to visit the foundation … Continue reading →

Posted in blog events, Desserts, Favourite Movies, Fun Stuff, Pie, Recipes, tea treats, You Want Pies with That? | 20 Comments