What went on in December Hello again Reader, May 2026 be the best year yet! 🎉 A lot went on this last month, that's for sure! I published several new recipes but didn't update at all. It was too hectic. What I do have are the TOP 10 Recipes of 2025 in case you want to check them out 😍 Whatever season it is where you are (these past two weeks have been very hot ☀️), let's recap what went on this month. Most popular recipe Super simple chocolate nut clusters made it to the top for the first...
8 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, New Year’s Eve calls for something a bit shinier than everyday cooking, but not by much. And finger-food easy. That's why there's a New Year recipe category on the blog 🎉 For me, the big holidays are over, and this is the one that should not require much effort on your part. The kind of food that pairs well with bubbles and doesn’t mind being made ahead ✅ What I'm making Every New Year's Eve (for the past ten years or so), I get together with a group of friends and friends of...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Before we jump into the next year, I love taking a moment to look back at what actually worked. These are the 10 recipes you baked, cooked, saved, shared, and came back to again and again. The ones you bookmark, bake twice in a week, or text to a friend with “you have to try this.” This list is exactly that. Some are cozy classics, some were happy surprises, and all of them earned their spot here. Ten recipes that had a great year, thanks entirely to you ❤️ I'm also adding my...
12 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, What we all need today: what to do with leftovers, not only with dishes like glazed ham and panettone, but also ingredients we bought too much of, which is the situation in my kitchen every.single.holiday 🤷🏻♀️ I'm always left with a notorious amount of nuts, chocolate, and dried fruit, and they're all put to good use. Nuts, dried fruit and chocolate Mix and match leftover chocolate and nuts (dried fruit also works), and make clusters. A snacking cake to use up chips and nuts....
14 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Are snickerdoodle cookies part of your holiday tray? I make them year-round, and am always looking for new versions. Can you tell I'm a fan? If you're one too, and even if you're just hopping on the snickerdoodle train, here are 4 versions to try. These traditional snickerdoodle cookies are sweet and soft, with that slight tang that makes them unique. CLASSIC SNICKERDOODLES The simple swap of brown butter makes these cookies even more amazing than regular ones. You get the...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Some days call for a warm mug and five quiet minutes. If you’re standing in the kitchen wondering what to make that doesn’t involve turning on the oven for an hour, this one’s for you 🙌🏻 Three hot chocolates, easy, each worth making, and all meant to be enjoyed slowly. The marshmallow is optional, but strongly encouraged 😉 Baileys LiqueurOur newest grown-up drink to sip slowly all winter. Whipped CreamA classic that never fails. Top the cream with festive sprinkles, shaved...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Are you ready for the magic morning? ✨ Whether it's a small family breakfast or a more crowded brunch, Christmas doesn’t need to be impressive; it needs to feel right and welcoming, comforting, and forgiving if you’re still half asleep or juggling a crowded kitchen. This mix of breakfast and brunch recipes leans into old favorites, soft textures, and flavors that feel familiar. Let the festivities (and the baking) begin! The list includes savory bakes, pancakes, breads, muffins,...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I don't know about you, but Winter has a way of making me a little nostalgic and crave the desserts I grew up with, the ones that didn’t need trends or fancy garnishes to feel special. This week, it's all about recipes that get you through the cold: simple, reliable, comforting, and worth every spoonful. All the chocolate The most decadent and easy chocolate pudding cake! Chocolate cookies with a double dose of comfort. Because pecan pie is not just for the holiday table 😉...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I love how every country has its own signature way of saying, “It’s Christmas!” 🎄🍪🍫 The season tastes like so many things: sweet braided breads, citrusy cakes, spiced cookies, warm drinks, and everything in between. So I’m sharing a handful of traditional recipes with plenty of holiday spirit. Who knows, you might find a new favorite! What I make My favorite baking project: Italian panettone. A classic cookie that always makes an appearance. I make mulled wine but serve it cold!...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read