It’s summer and, besides enjoying the sun, it’s time to use seasonal goodness. I have been lucky to get freshly picked red currants from a neighbor’s garden. These little, tart berries make a perfect cake! […]
Tag Archives: desserts
Rustic Apple Strudel
Why not indulge in a freshly-baked, warm, apple strudel? Apples, besides being delicious and healthy, are usually on hand. Another good thing is that there is a shortcut to simplify the recipe: Just use whatever ready-made rolled dough for the pastry (strudel/phyllo/tart/pie dough, puff pastry, etc.); it even works out perfectly with a thin-crust pizza dough!
Curious in Milano – A Sweet Peek
Having my husband’s brother and family visiting from Lima, we spent last weekend with them in Milano. They all have a sweet tooth, so I thought this time I would concentrate my foodie efforts on sweet spots, i.e. ice cream parlors, bakeries, and coffee shops. […]
Tiramisu
It has been easy for this Italian dessert to gain world fame. The perfect way all the ingredients harmonized and its smoothness make it an outstanding sweet delight. […]
Boozy Cherry Compote
A very versatile recipe that can be used as a topping for ice cream or any other desserts like cheesecake, rice or semolina puddings, pancakes, and waffles. Any other idea? The topping can be served warm or cold. […]
Italian Cheesecake with Raspberry Topping
The original recipe for this luscious, irresistible, baked cheesecake comes from my friend Alexandra. The first time that she prepared it for us was like ten years ago, and we all loved it. I still remember that we tried to make a copy of the recipe, but the printer had run out of ink! No smartphones at that time for a quick snapshot. […]
Nicola’s Brownies
The first time my friend Nicola and her family came to spend Christmas with us, she had the great idea of bringing these heavenly brownies. I still wonder how she managed to […]
Foodie Sneak Peeks 