B an an as.
Three bananas made it to the uber ripe stage in our fruit bowl = chance to make some banana cake. I’ve given up on banana bread, because of the lack of consistency in recipes. I don’t have a favorite and … Continue reading
Tag Archives: cake
Red Wine Cake (Yes, you heard right)
May 13, 2011 | 1:45 pm Nierstein, Germany I inadvertently seem to have made most of today about baking. I love baking in the kitchen here. Everything is easily in reach; there’s perfect counter space and a big window. I … Continue reading
Day 2
6:20 pm, Nierstein, Germany Arrival in Germany yesterday went well. Some how I managed to have a full day and great weather, and little sleep. Today has been great as well, and I feel grateful I have a place like … Continue reading
Like Velvet
Whoopie pies seem to be the hot item in the blogtwitterverse lately. And with Valentine’s this week the world was a buzz with red velvet cake recipes, all very enticing – and inspirational. I craved mocha last night and decided … Continue reading
Merry Holiday Season
Keeping busy after work is exciting and tiring every so often. Life really just happens sometimes. Ups and downs these past couple of weeks, well I guess have been typical December, leading up to the holidays. I did have some … Continue reading
German Muffin Cake
On my trip to Germany, I was happy I had an opportunity to visit my cousin Ursula’s home and cook with her. We prepared two salads for dinner that evening, and baked a bit of an experimental cake. She loves … Continue reading
A GUEST AMONG FRIENDS
My time in Germany, though very short was well spent. I arrived Wednesday evening, and apparently ushered in the sunshine. I went for a favorite walk with Oskar, the dog, from the house, through the village center up into the … Continue reading
Wedding Cake
Today, I was promoted to Assistant (for the day) at The Boastful Baker. It was my first time observing and helping out with the process of putting together beautiful (and delicious!) cakes for a client’s wedding. The morning started with … Continue reading
Camera and Cupcakes
My camera arrived! I bought my first SLR digital camera after years of dreaming about owning one and borrowing friends’ cameras any chance I got. I still have much to learn about photography, but the idea amazes me. Trying to … Continue reading
Life and Cheesecake
The best way to cool off on a hot summer day: swim in a fresh water lake. Best way to enjoy the sunset: looking out at colorful clouds. Best way to enjoy the moment: breathe deeply and feel alive. And … Continue reading