Lemon Chiffon Ring CakeAfter rainy days and rainy nights in Auckland,New Zealand... well a little bit of sun shone brightly again this morning. And I knew it was the perfect time to bake something! I've got a feeling of Bake to Celebrate! Let me tel (read full article)

Tiramisu'-- A Luxurious Dessert made EasyThis Italian Dessert is not only Delicious to the taste but very easy to make as well. One of Hubby J. favorites...and mine too. For those of you who've never had it before, I absolutely beg you to give it a (read full article)

Homemade Coconut Macaroons

Coconut Macaroons are the best! In this recipe I will tell you how to make one of the most delicious little treats in the whole world! This original recipe that I’ve been working for a while is gluten free and dairy free. So everyone can enjoy (read full article)

Welcoming 2010 with a Simple Inspiration --- Delicate Raisin Mini Tea CakesDelicate Raisin Mini Tea Cakes--Simple Inspiration...Today, I decided to do some baking. I don't know why? But I just felt like "Baking Today".Wait a minute, I think I know wh (read full article)

Nutmeg and Maple Cream Tart

Firstly, I'd like to apologise for the lack of food around here. It's not like I've stopped cooking or eating, but rather I just haven't had the time or the inclination to collect my thoughts and pen down a recipe. And secondly I just wanted to thank (read full article)

Lemon Ricotta Tea Cake For Summer

I love this cake as I found this delicious tangy cake on creampuffs in veince's table I decide to try this. I was just in love with this cake because of its simplicity and ricotta and lemon sounds great. I can bake and Eat this cake daily if you (read full article)

Amaretto Tiramisu with Dark Chocolate Swirls

This is such a great dessert to make for a dinner party.  Really easy once you learn the steps the first time and it is sure to wow.  No bake, just make ahead at least 2 hours. Try variations on this to suite your taste, add sliced strawber (read full article)

Recipe: Chocolate Liqueur Mousse

An oldy but a goodie, chocolate mousse never goes out of style. It is a perfect dessert for a dinner party as it can be made fully in advance. This adult version has the addition of  liqueur, which of course could be left out but why would you? An (read full article)

Key Lime Pie with Meringue & Fresh Strawberries

Gourmet Magazine's Legacy Lives OnSadly, Gourmet Magazine came to an end last year. However, its legacy of culinary excellence will surely continue to grace the kitchens and dining tables of the world’s most discerning palates.I finally found my re (read full article)

Food Tips: Custard

Real custard can be quite difficult to make as it is prone to splitting (curdling) Why not try a tablespoon of cornflour beaten in with the egg yolks and sugar before the cream is added? There is no difference to the taste, and the custard works eve (read full article)

Vitello Tonnato Recipe

Vitello Tonnato Recipe by Jackie Cameron   My interpretation of "Vitello Tonnato" (Roasted veal (vitello) thinly sliced with a sauce of pureed tuna (tonno), anchovy, capers, lemon and olive oil). I viewed this as a new-age, tuna mayonnaise and (read full article)

Microwave Banana Pudding–a Cool Dessert for a Hot Summer Day

Microwave Banana Pudding with Shortbread Crumbles The day I discovered I could make vanilla pudding in my microwave changed my life. No more scorched custard, hot stoves or instant pudding mix. Microwave banana pudding is the perfect summer-tim (read full article)

Chocolate Caramel Cake

As Michael eyed three cake layers cooling on the table he wanted to know if that was his "late" birthday cake. I distinctly recall asking if he wanted a cake and being told "no." Oh well, I guess he can claim it as his birthday cake. This delicious (read full article)

Petite Rose Cakes

3 egg yolks20gm sugar3 egg whites70gm sugar100gm flour10gm vegetable oil1 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp lemon rindButter cream100gm butter60gm sifted icing sugar1 tsp rose essencePink colouringBeat yolks with sugar until fluffy.Add in vegetable oil, lemon ju (read full article)

Swiss Swirl Ice Cream Cake

Pretty-in-Pink Swiss Swirl Ice Cream CakeThe July 2010 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Sunita of Sunita’s world – life and food. Sunita challenged everyone to make an ice-cream filled Swiss roll that’s then used to make a bombe with ho (read full article)

Baked Grand Marnier and Raspberry, Vanilla Custard Cups

Lately I’ve been on a Donna Hay kick.  She was one of the judges on MasterChef Australia this year and I’ve come to really like her and her philosophy on food.  She is a beautiful food stylist, I think she could make any dish look spect (read full article)

Fudge & Banana Custard Pie

“I don’t think a really good pie can be made without a dozen or so children peeking over your shoulder as you stoop to look in at it every little while.” — John Gould Ok, so maybe I don’t have a dozen (read full article)

Cha Mong Kood (Egg Yolks Dumpling in Wheat Flour Crown)

Cha Mong Kood is a royal Thai dessert,served to the King. It is a rare Thai dessert because of its complicated methods of making.Ingredients for Watermelon seeds: thorn shaped1 cup red skinless watermelon seed1 cup sugar1 cup jasmine scented wat (read full article)

Khanom Sanae Chun (Flour Paste)

Khanom Sanae Chun is made of flour sugar, coconut cream and egg yolks stirred together till dry. Then, form the mixture to be "Look Chun" a kind of fruit. The finished dessert looks like natural Look Chun.Ingredients:½  cup glutinous flour½ &n (read full article)

Milk Chocolate Ice Cream with Brownie Bits & A Giveaway!

Did you know that July is National Ice Cream month? It only makes sense, I suppose. It’s the middle of summer. It’s scorching hot pretty much everywhere right now. And, hello, it’s ice cream. Who even needs an excuse to eat some? With this (read full article)