Cupcakes are one of those great treats that transcend generational barriers – children love them, adults secretly (or not so secretly) do too and they’re becoming more and more popular as a replacement to ornate 3 tiered wedding cakes or as the finger food of choice for baby showers or birthdays. As I’ve mentioned before, […] Read more…
I’ve been pretty busy lately…. and sadly just realized that I forgot to celebrate my 100 posts mark. I guess it’s never to late to start the festivities, so happy 100th posts chocolate shavings! “Chocolate Shavings….” my dad said on the phone the other day. “How did you come up with that name anyway? Is […] Read more…
I’ve been meaning to make a strawberry shortcake for a while now, and finally got around to it this weekend. It was the perfect dessert to bring for a post BBQ meal – it tastes light (it’s not really, but the airy whipped cream makes it feel like it is!) and it’s pretty quick to […] Read more…
I’ve always had a soft spot for Japanese cuisine – it’s healthy, uses wonderfully fresh ingredients and is bursting with flavor and color. I think it all started when I tasted sushi for the first time in high school. I remember trying to get my parents to appreciate it as much as I did, with […] Read more…
Here is my 3rd zucchini recipe for the summer. This is a salad I’ve been making for ages. It’s simple, crisp and puts a smile on my face every time I serve it. You can easily switch it by using a medley of different vegetables – and can hold off on the chili if you […] Read more…
Sometimes, it’s nice to get back to basics. Sure, there are great brands out there that make canned tomato sauce – and, when in a crunch, they sure come in handy – but when you have a little time, it’s really a nice thing to try and make at home. Really, making tomato sauce is […] Read more…