Jun 27, 2015
Easy 2-Ingredient Raspberry Coulis
We had a meeting for our Young and Marrieds group yesterday and I made a no bake chocolate cheesecake as my dessert contribution. It was made with 70% dark chocolate so it was intensely chocolaty and much-loved by hubby who is a huge fan of dark chocolate and I have been a recent convert of his. :)
Jun 23, 2015
Strawberry and Raspberry Fool
Hello summer! I love June not only because I was a June bride (we just celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary on June 19!) but because it means the beginning of berry season. From here on the freshest and juiciest strawberries begin to appear on the market to be followed by raspberries, blueberries, cherries, you name it!
Jun 6, 2015
Strawberry and Pecan Clafoutis
It's Strawberry season, woohoo!!! My family are strawberry fanatics - we always have them at home especially for my kids as it's their favorite fruit to snack on. Of course, I love to bake with them, too. The freshest and juiciest strawberries always make any baked goods deliciously delightful!
May 16, 2015
25 Fantastic Recipes to Celebrate Memorial Day
When we first came to the USA, nearly 12 years ago, one thing that truly struck us was the patriotism of Americans. In the small town where we used to live in Michigan so many houses have the American flag hoisted in their front lawn. In the Philippines, we only do this, if at all, during our own Independence Day and after that, the flag goes back to the closet and won't be taken out again until the next year. But here, it's there pretty much the whole year through.
Apr 14, 2015
Homemade Sweet Tangy Barbecue Sauce
I grew up in a small island in the Philippines called Marinduque. Our island is a little far away from Manila or other big cities. If you wish to go to the city in another province you have to ride the ferry or a big passenger outrigger boat. The nearest one would take you at least 3-4 hours to reach and that is by sea and certainly not for the faint-hearted and those prone to sea sickness. We're a little isolated that way. While we have small grocery stores in the various towns, our beautiful island has yet to be graced by a modern and big supermarket that you normally see in the big city.
Aug 9, 2014
Mango Raspberry Frozen Yogurt
Jul 19, 2014
Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken and Steak Taco Bar
My husband and I love spicy food! We prefer food that has complex flavor, full of yummy spices that delight the taste buds. When we came to the USA, over ten years ago, one of the first things we looked for was a good Indian restaurant as we love Indian food. Unfortunately, at that time, there wasn't any reasonably good Indian restaurant where we resided so we were quite sad and thought we may no longer have our favorite food for a long time (unless we visited another city). Thankfully, the situation all worked out well as that motivated me to learn how to cook. If spicy food won't be readily available, then I must do something about it. I am glad that because of this I learned how to cook curry and other Indian and even Thai specialties. Necessity is indeed a good motivator!
Jul 12, 2014
Cornell Chicken Barbecue (Cornell Formula Sauce)
Last year, one of our friends from church invited as over for dinner. I watched as she masterfully grilled the chicken which we would have for dinner. I knew it would be a wonderful dish as the aroma coming from the grill smelled wonderful. It was amazing - the most tender, juicy and flavorful grilled chicken we have had in a long time. I am sure, I ate quite a few pieces.
Jun 28, 2014
Strawberry-Blackberry Summer Trifle
Nothing screams of summer deliciousness than a classic English Trifle. It is a chilled dessert composed of creamy thick custard, fruits, sponge cake (often soaked in sherry, wine, liqueur, etc - totally optional, of course), fruit juice or jelly, whipped cream all arranged in beautiful layers and placed in a deep glass bowl so everyone can gawk at it and appreciate its gorgeousness. The flavors and textures are fantastic and every bite promises your palate every bit of yumminess. How can you resist?
Jun 25, 2014
25 Fabulous No Bake Desserts
Summer is finally here! Yes, I feel the hot and humid weather is already in full swing. With days like this, who wants to turn the oven on even if the excuse is baking your favorite dessert? It's just not worth it sometimes, unless you don't mind sweating while you're baking. I do. So, I searched the internet for the best No Bake Desserts so we can still enjoy our sweets without having to sweat! Enjoy and please visit most, if not all, of these fantastic sweet treats!
Aug 15, 2013
Cherry Cheesecake Ice Cream
I never thought the day would ever come that I will be able to make my own ice cream. Granting that the concept of a Cherry Cheesecake Ice Cream is not original (I can imagine so many variations on the internet!) the fact is, I made this version on my own, by hand...well, aided by the ice cream maker for churning (though I did make some of it without the ice cream maker just to see if it was possible at all to make ice cream without one). I am quite proud that I did it. Am sure my parents would be so proud, too! :-) I can now check-off the ice cream on my must-try list and can begin experimenting on many other delicious possibilities!!!
Aug 8, 2013
Berry Medley Bombe
Jul 31, 2013
Mixed Berry and Pecan Cobbler
Jul 25, 2013
Chocolate Cherry Banana Muffins (or Loaf)
It's the last few days of Cherry season here in Michigan. I'd feel quite sad ordinarily 'cause we are huge Cherry fans but, thankfully, in this lovely state of ours - one fruit season may end but others continue. Thankfully, we can still satisfy our summer fruit cravings with blueberries and blackberries which are currently in full swing and will continue on until August.
Jul 13, 2013
Extra Special Mango Float
Jul 11, 2013
Cherry-Almond and Chocolate Oatmeal
It's still Cherry season here in Michigan and that means I have a few recipes coming up on the blog featuring Cherries. We love Cherries and though Michigan produces roughly 70 of the tart Cherries in the US and has over 3.8 million Cherry trees, it's a shame we haven't ventured on Cherry picking yet.
Jul 6, 2013
Italian Fruit Salad
It's that time of year when so many summer fruits are in season. Summer time is my favorite season in Michigan because beautiful berries and other fruits abound. My favorite local fruits are Blueberries and Cherries! I think the Michigan variety are the best. Juicy, plump and just oozing with fruity goodness! Blueberry season has officially began and soon we'll be going blueberry picking. Me and the tots can't wait to do so! If only this season will never end. :-)
Jun 1, 2013
3 Course Picnic Meal: Holland Farmer's Market Chef Series
Apr 16, 2013
Fresh Strawberry Yogurt Cake
I have been making my Blueberry Sour Cream Cake for awhile now which prompted me to try pretty much the same recipe but using fresh strawberries instead! Am I glad I did! Of course, I used the Demarle Non-stick bakeware to make it perfect - particularly the lovely Sunflower Mold.
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