Strawberry Shortcake Scones

Did you know that strawberries are Louisiana’s state fruit? And did you know that one of the most widely touted desserts served at Commander’s Palace – a New Orleans institution that boasts notable alumni such as chefs Paul Prudhomme and Emeril … Continue reading

Sweet Potato Gnudi with Brown Butter and Sage

“What’s your favourite food?” This innocent question has been the cause of many sleepless nights for me. Good friends and friendly strangers often ask me this upon discovery of my robust penchant for photographing, writing, cooking and eating food. And as a … Continue reading

Irish Cream Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache Filling and Coffee Cream Cheese Frosting

First of all, Happy St. Paddy’s Day! Now that we’ve dispensed with that, I swear … this recipe sounds a lot more complicated than it actually is! Yes, there are a few components to this cupcake (we’re talking chocolate ganache … Continue reading

Dark Chocolate Pistachio Orange Sticky Buns

I really like sticky buns. Having the patience to make sticky buns is another story. Don’t get me wrong, I very much enjoy making and kneading yeasted doughs, but there are moments when I’d rather trundle over to the nearest … Continue reading

Red Velvet Cupcakes with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

I have a love-hate relationship with cupcakes, red velvet cupcakes being no exception. Let’s start with the love. I love how pretty and dainty they look. I love their delicious frosting-to-cake ratio, which almost always is in favor of the … Continue reading

Nut Butter Brownies

Since I started my 30 Day 60 Day Bikram Yoga Challenge (which is still going on, by the way!), I’ve been a lot more mindful about what I put in my body, and it’s not purely for aesthetic reasons, either. You see, … Continue reading

Vegetable Soup with Parmesan Herb Dumplings

Being sick was so much fun when I was a kid. I actually looked forward to getting sick, because to me, it felt like I was granted a little reprieve from the stresses of life. For starters, I could read … Continue reading

“Salted Caramel” Protein Smoothie

I did it, y’all! Yesterday I completed the final day of my Bikram Yoga 30 Day Challenge! YAAAYYYYYY!! When I committed myself to the challenge I honestly didn’t think I’d make it past day 15. Over the course of my … Continue reading