Category Archives: tea treats

Compound butters- Watercress butter

Posted on 2009/11/09 by Gabi

  Now is the time to take advantage of the herbal harvest available  to make some compound butters for Thanksgiving or other seasonal feasts. They are good on top of broiled or grilled seafoods and meats, enliven baked potatoes, make … Continue reading →

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Almond Paste- Easy and homemade!

Posted on 2009/11/04 by Gabi

As you can probably tell by now I am an almond paste addict. I love to put it in all sorts of baked goods. The problem is that at $9.00 for 8 ounces and up it can be rather expensive to buy … Continue reading →

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Apple Torte with Marzipan Crust

Posted on 2009/10/21 by Gabi

I love the tastes of Autumn and this yummy Apple Torte with Marzipan Crust is filled with some of Fall’s best flavours. Enjoy it with some vanilla ice cream,  a bit of Creme Anglaise or even a dollop of Creme … Continue reading →

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Fresh Raspberry Tarts and a Fresh Start

Posted on 2009/08/26 by Gabi

Once, I remember well, my life was a feast where all hearts opened and all wines flowed. Jadis, si je me souviens bien, ma vie était un festin où s’ouvraient tous les coeurs, où tous les vins coulaient. -Arthur Rimbaud … Continue reading →

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