A true Southern classic with tropical Jamaican roots, Hummingbird Cake is a wonderfully moist and flavorful layer cake made with ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, toasted pecans, and warm spices. Originally known in Jamaica as the "Doctor Bird Cake," named after the island's national hummingbird, this beloved dessert became one of the most celebrated cakes in Southern baking. Its irresistible combination of fruit, nuts, and spice has delighted generations of cake lovers. My ve

Serves 4 Rice pudding is a timeless comfort dessert that brings back childhood memories. Growing up, it was often served simply with a drizzle of runny fruit coulis or honey, allowing the creamy rice and milk to shine. This chocolate version elevates the classic with rich cocoa, a touch of vanilla, and a beautiful garnish of fresh raspberries and toasted almonds. Versatile and satisfying, it can be enjoyed warm as a comforting breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a simple dess

Serves 8 If you’re a polenta lover like I am and want to give this comforting classic an elegant and unexpected twist, this recipe is...

Serves 4 -6 This cake is a symphony of unexpected flavors, elevating the classic carrot cake to a new level of sophistication. Instead of...

Serves 6 This fruit tart is being made in no time, effortlessly and with any fruits in season that you have around in your kitchen. A...

Serves 8 This flourless ricotta cake is going to fill your house with the most amazing aromas while in the oven baking. If you are an...

Serves 8-10 If you wish to bake to impress, look no more. This is a wonderful rustic Italian chocolate cake with a crackly crisp top that...

Serves 4-6 Every now and then, I get excited about culinary experiences and discoveries and this is one of those moments. Burnt Basque...

An elegant simple versatile raspberry sauce that goes beautifully with so many desserts. I love it paired with crepes, ice-cream, cheese...

Makes 22-24 These Italian cookies are a delight for the ones who love strong almond-flavoured desserts. They have a chewy soft texture...

Serves 2 I must start by expressing my regret that we have not discovered these treasures and delicacies sooner and that the fresh ones...

Makes 8 What a delight to make and enjoy these crunchy nutty Turkish bagels. Stefan loves them with Nutella and mozzarella while my...

Serves 8 This is simple vegan cake that is very rewarding and very low key. It requires a quick unpretentious mixing of the ingredients...

Serves 6 This is one classic French dessert that is destined to create a great talking point at your gatherings, guaranteed. Galette des Rois is made to celebrate the Epiphany on January 6th, marking the appearance of the Three Wise Men to baby Jesus. I have been wanting to make this special cake for the longest time for so many reasons: it is so pretty, almonds are involved, it has some history and it comes with a fascinating element: a fun game that involves a fève (charm)

(Servings 30 cookies) Meringue cookies need no introduction. If you are a coffee and meringue lover, this is your kind of cookie. The...

I have missed out the opportunity to write about Fall, its celebrations and the lovely dishes that come with it. There was too much going...

Serves 10 This is one smooth flavourful dessert that takes me back to my childhood, bringing back such dear sweet memories. My mother...

Serves 4 This simple comforting vegetarian stew is simply wonderful. It requires minimum cooking, few ingredients, minimum effort and...

Servings 30-35 cookies These traditional German cookies are such delightful melt-in-your mouth cookies that are a guaranteed hit for any...

Serves 4-6 I look at this roulade like something rather festive but that does not mean that I make it only for special occasions. I have...