These are not so perfect and even though I prefer the version that was in my head originally, I sorta love their …
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These treats were made for a big party we threw last night. Obviously we don’t observe the July 4th holiday here in …
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Bailey’s Cupcake This past weekend was my wedding anniversary. I left the computer home and headed off to Munich with Dr. B …
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One of the great things about living in Germany is the accessibility to spelt products. From cereal to pasta to flour to …
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Sad to be missing the gay Pride celebration in NYC this month, I will be there in spirit. This post was originally …
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This is probably the most decadent creation ever to come out of my ice cream maker and that sucker works overtime. I …
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This month those juicy, fabulous and fruity Mactweets sisters Jamie and Deeba threw out the task of creating a macaron with a fruit …
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Here in Germany a favorite beverage for kids, adults and designated drivers is an orange soda and cola mix called Spezi. I …
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It was my sister in law’s birthday this past week. Last year I made her a quilt cake she loved. This year, the …
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Recipes
Tomato Chocolate Cupcakes Topped with Olive Oil Parmesan Spaghetti Ice cream and Strawberry Basil Chianti Sauce
When I saw the Ice Cream Cupcake Contest over at The Cupcake Project and Scoopalicious, I immediately thought of one of my favorite treats …
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A Rumtopf (Rum Pot in English) is a large covered ceramic jar filled with aged fruits rum and sugar. A Rumtopf is …
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Today is the international day of ocean conservation. Last year I was in a foul mood and my post was just as cranky. One …
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So, am I the only one who eats the crumbs off a NY-style crumb cake or picks the streusel bits out of …
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One of the items I picked up at a local Medieval fair was quince wine. The wine has a lovely light sweet …
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A Local castle? Yes we have one. When I mention it to my friends in the States, they crack up. As Eddie Izzard says, …
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There are no special picnics or barbeques here these past two days. Everyone is off to work this morning. A regular weekend has just …
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I am proud to be pinch-hitting today over at Frosting for the Cause. Regular readers of this blog may have noticed the Frosting for …
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This guy was the result of a special request from one of my nieces. Today is her end of year school party …
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For sure I have angered the Deutsche Backen Ordnung (German Baking Order) Gods and there will be thunder and lightning in these parts soon. …
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These are the luxurious version of Hostess Sno Balls snack of my childhood. Seduced by buying them for their color, I had …