Baked Doughnuts

Baked Doughnuts

Everyone loves a doughnut, whether they be enjoyed for breakfast or for a mid-morning or afternoon sugar fix.  Most often the ones we buy are fried, but this is a recipe for doughnuts baked in the oven.  This recipe isn’t a dough where you have 

Torta della Nonna

Torta della Nonna

Torta della Nonna is a timeless Tuscan classic, typically served as dessert after Sunday lunch. Why wait until Sunday though? I think this is perfect to eat any day of the week, and at any time throughout the day. If you like a traditional sweet 

Granita al Limone

Granita al Limone

Temperatures in Rome are hot Hot HOT and while I do dream of being on a beach in Sicily, I also dream of eating Sicilian granita daily – several times a day!  Last year, I posted the recipe for Granita al Caffè and this year 

Pavlova

Pavlova

My mother made the best Pavlova ever, and sadly I’m not 100% sure of her exact recipe.  The only other person I know who makes a Pavlova that equals hers is my Aunty Nancy!  I love to make Pavlova although I am never 100% happy 

Tiramisù

Tiramisù

While the origins to Tiramisù are rather contentious with about five regions in Italy claiming it as theirs, one thing that nobody will disagree with is just how delicious this perfect ‘pick-me-up’ is!   Researching the history of Tiramisù though does offer an interesting read.  From 

Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

*Blog post in collaborazione con Mamì Con l’arrivo di primavera è bello decorare i cupcake con qualcosa floreale, e con i fiori e foglie in ghiaccia di Mamì non è difficile di realizzare deliziose cupcake che renderà qualsiasi party un vero successo! Mamì ha anche pensato 

Lamingtons

Lamingtons

Lamingtons are a traditional Australian cake and are a quintessential part of every Australian’s childhood.  They can be seen at morning or afternoon teas, birthday parties, and national holidays such as Australia Day and ANZAC Day.  Lamingtons are sponge cake squares covered in chocolate icing 

Lemon Slice

Lemon Slice

Although I think every Australian has this recipe, I really wanted to post it to share with anyone else in the world who hasn’t had the pleasure of knowing just how yummy and addictive this little dessert is.  I’m actually eating some while I write 

Pashka

Pashka

This year Easter is earlier than usual with it falling on April 1st.   That said, it’s definitely time to start thinking about traditional Easter recipes.  The first one that comes to mind is the to-die-for delicious savoury Casatiello Napoletano that I posted last year.  I 

Chocolate Eggs filled with Cheesecake & Lemon Curd

Chocolate Eggs filled with Cheesecake & Lemon Curd

I love Spring, and it is definitely my favourite season of the year.  Obviously that means that I also love Easter – especially for the chocolate but also for the traditional savoury and sweet recipes that are celebrated during this time.   I also love