Besides the candies and costumes, another reason for my love of Halloween is the fact that it happens during pumpkin season!!! Alright, I gotta admit, I was NEVER a fan of pumpkins. Say the word “pumpkin” and I’ll run. It wasn’t until last year that I discovered the wonders of pumpkin desserts when…
Maple and Herb Roasted Turkey
Happy Thanksgiving all! (Obviously Canadian. lol) đ The awesome thing about Thanksgiving is that you still get to eat all the delicious food without having to spend any money on presents! This year however, I wanted to do all the cooking and host a little Thanksgiving shenanigan for my besties and sister. Since it was my first…
Ham and Cheese Rolls
I’ve been wanting to make some soft buns and I think I’ve finally found “the one”! Bread making requires a certain amount of patience but the end results are just so rewarding! And don’t you love being able to say that you make my own bread? There are many types of bread but my favourite…
Furikake Chex Mix
Hello all! Ahhhh!! I’m so behind on my postings. This month I’ve been REALLY REALLY busy though. Been working lots and I know this sounds crazy but I JUST MOVED AGAIN! ahhhhhh.. If you’ve been reading my blog, you’ll know I just moved in May. But yes, hopefully this place will be more permanent. This…
Low-Calorie Banana Loaf Bread + Banana Bread Samwiches
There’s a million banana bread recipes you can find online most of which use margarine, butter or vegetable oil. If you aren’t yet aware, there’s a substitute that’s much lower in calories. And that, my friends… is APPLESAUCE. This is my second time posting up a banana loaf recipe. After reading Lisa’s blog, I was…
Pandan Chocolate Zebra Chiffon Cake
Today is a special day that I haven’t had the chance of celebrating in many years now. At this time of the year I’m usually enjoying the lovely summer in Vancouver. Fresh berries, perfect beach weather, extended daylight hours, the opportunity to shy away from bulky winter coats and boots… No wonder you get the…
2-Ingredient Crepe
Really? Just 2?! YES, REALLY. And no, I’m not referring to “pancake mix and milk”. I’ve discovered possibly the easiest crepe recipe that you could make even with your eyes closed. (okay, maybe one eye closed) Best of all, not only is it high in protein, I bet that you would probably already have the 2…
Indonesian Sweet Pancakes: Martabak Manis (Guest Blogging Special!)
When I received Raymund’s email to do a guest blog posting, I was both thrilled and honoured! I’ve always been a fan of Filipino cuisine and Ang Sarap is my “go to” blog whenever I had a recipe in mind. I love how he explained the origin of each dish and then proceed tempt me…
10-Minute Shrimp Cakes
Now I’m sure we’ve all heard of crab cakes and the majority of us have tried them in our favourite restaurants. But crab meat isn’t the most accessible or the cheapest in price. So what about shrimp cakes? Armed with my crab cake recipe while I strut the aisles of my supermarket, I searched for…
Cassava Cake with Banana and Chocolate Drizzle
So, I’ve always been a fan of cassava cakes. Cassavas are cultivated in tropical and sub-tropical regions, and thus are very popular in Southeast Asia. It almost feels like cassava cakes have conquered a special place in the hearts of people living in the tropics. They go by many names and are usually made with…
Bacon Wrapped Halibut with Roasted Vegetables and Beurre Blanc
Hi Folks, you guys are probably wondering where I disappeared to. I sincerely apologize for my laziness absence. Oh gosh! This is probably the longest gap I’ve had! Oh don’t you worry, this one will probably be quite a long and wordy one. lol! Okay, so here’s why I’ve been so terribly busy keeping up…
A Hawaiian Challah Back at Ya!
Hey folks! I’m back from Hawaii!! I’ve been travelling around Europe and Hawaii and I’m finally back… What’s that? Yeah, I TOTALLY miss baking! I had the baking itch everywhere on me! It was intolerable! So, instead of a post on Europe, or an entry from one of my overdue drafts from before, I badly…
Crispy Chocolate Almond Cookies
Have you ever baked on impulse? Just because you needed a dessert, you decide to make a single cupcake, some cookies, or fallback on a foolproof trusted recipe? I have! In fact I always do! Although permission to bake is heavily dependent on time of the day, daylight hours, people at home and oven occupancy,…
Nutella Marble Pound Cake
If you ever feel like a treat, pound cakes are the way to go! They’re very simple and quick to make. Also, they serve as a de-stressing therapy! I recently had to move, and I decided to commemorate my crappy ol’ oven by baking in it one last time. It was probably a really bad…
Aspiring Bakers #18: Layers of Love (April 2012) – Roundup
At last, here is the long-awaited round up for Aspiring Bakers #18 Layers of Love. I’m sure most of you are eager to see the wonderful cakes created by our creative fellow bloggers. They are stunning and gorgeous! This is definitely a bookmark-worthy page where you’ll find awesome recipes for layered cakes! In total I…
Mango Cheesecake Cheesecake with Coconut Macaroon
No! This isn’t a typo! This cake DOES comprise of TWO different cheesecakes! I think I have an affinity with mangos and coconuts. I don’t know what it is about them, but they are just one of the most divine combinations ever!! Don’t look at me! I’m not the only one who thinks so! Another…
Layered Orange Chiffon Cake with Ganache
Here’s an incomparably light and tasty cake, the chiffon! I love chiffon cakes because of its soft and moist texture, and its ability to retain it even after being refrigerated. This added lightness is given by the use of vegetable oil in place of butter. It was discovered by a Hollywood insurance salesman Harry Baker,…
EGG-citing Tropical Hot Cross Buns
Although in the blogging world, it probably is a given that Hot Cross Buns are traditionally served on Good Friday or Easter Sunday, I only learned of it this year. The rolls got their names from the crosses piped on top, signifying the resurrection of Christ. Don’t be surprised that I am not the only one unaware of this!…