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You probably thought by the title of this post that I actually made cookies out of  pepperoni. Yes I am crazy enough …

When I saw this month’s 12 Loaves Challenge (Holiday Breads) over at Cake Duchess, I immediately thought of all the bright and beautiful treats …

This is an old school recipe from one of my vintage German cookbooks. What’s great about it is it’s simple to mix …

Apologies in advance for the quality of the photos in this post. I didn’t have a chance to photograph everything in good …

The winner of Heather Baird’s book Sprinkle Bakes Desserts to Inspire your Inner Artist is: Amy from the fabulous blog utry.it!!!  Thanks to …

Honestly, I don’t know what I can add to what other bloggers/fans have said about adorable Heather Baird and her gorgeous blog …

There inevitably will be a party or barbecue this weekend so I made this to be armed and ready for an impromptu …

“They whisper wisdom through prized recipes handed down by word of mouth and published in a few rare cookbooks.”*     “When …

Most likely I have too many guilty pleasures to mention in one post. The Real Estalker is one. Mama keeps me rolling …

This recipe is from one of my vintage German cookbooks.   They turned out fabulous. Like clouds of mocha deliciousness. The only …

These were a special order from my husband last week for his colleagues at his new job. What better way to ingratiate …

These treats were made for a big party we threw last night. Obviously we don’t observe the July 4th holiday here in …

A Local castle? Yes we have one. When I mention it to my friends in the States, they crack up. As Eddie Izzard says, …

This guy was the result of a special request from one of my nieces. Today is her end of year school party …

For sure I have angered the Deutsche Backen Ordnung (German Baking Order) Gods and there will be thunder and lightning in these parts soon. …

In my closet is a stash of liqueurs I picked up from various corners of the globe. This Violet one is from …

I can’t even remember the last time I went to a baby shower and can count the ones I’ve been to on …

Frida Kahlo’s Almond Cornmeal Cookies came to me via a journey. With her fierce beauty and unique fashion sense, Frida Kahlo was …

I know the title of this recipe is ridiculously long. Finding a proper title was ridiculously challenging. To include all the flavors …

  In your Easter bonnet with all the frills upon it, you’ll be the grandest lady in the Easter Parade. –Irving Berlin …