My Story
The kitchen has always been a magical place for me. The aromas of freshly baked bread and spices filled the air. My creativity and imagination were allowed to run free, and I always got to lick the chocolate off the spoon. It’s no wonder I fell in love with cooking at an early age.
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The Best Creamy Tomato Soup
This is the perfect time of year for making soup, and a good tomato soup is one of my favorite things to make. There are, in my opinion, a couple of key components to making a rich,...
Spooktacular Halloween Cupcakes
Let's face it, Halloween is going to be a bit different this year. While we might not be planning for a big costume party or epic night of trick-or-treating, Halloween can still be a...
Beet & Rhubarb Salad
Back when I was still going out to restaurants, my mom and I tried a new hotspot in downtown Sacramento. This salad was one of the dishes that I fell in love with. The sweetness of...
Soft Buttery Rolls a.k.a. German Hörnchen
These buttery rolls may be shaped like croissants, but their flavor and texture more closely resemble a Parker House roll. They’re mildly sweet, and perfectly fluffy. I enjoy eating...
Zucchini Noodle Pasta with Lemon and Ricotta
This is the longest I've gone without posting a recipe. It's not like I haven't been cooking. But somehow finding the time to take a photo, then sit down to write out a recipe, has...
German Plum Cake a.k.a. Pflaumenkuchen
As many of you already know, my dear Oma (German for grandmother) passed away a few months ago. At nearly 106 years old, I shouldn’t complain about the loss. But when it comes to...