travel

A Sweet Taste of Paris

My family and I recently had the pleasure to visit Paris. I could not travel to the city of lights, aka, the city of magical-sugary-concoctions, without a trip to Angelina's. I've been daydreaming about their infamous rich, thick hot chocolate and decadent sweet pastries forever. We arrived at Angelina's late in the afternoon. It would… Continue reading A Sweet Taste of Paris

Chocolate Humor

You put WHAT in my chocolate cake?

You want the best cake. The moistest cake. The healthiest cake. I get that. I really do. Bring out the chocolate flavor with a dash of espresso powder? Sure. I can handle that. How about adding a dollop of sour cream? Maybe. Make it moister with mayonnaise? That's where things cross the line for me.… Continue reading You put WHAT in my chocolate cake?

Chocolate Fun & Games, Food Holidays

Rank Your Favorite Doughnuts for National Doughnut Day

Today is National Doughnut Day and I'm embracing it. Doughnuts are one of those feel-good comfort foods, (when you're not focused on the calorie and fat content). So, give me a reason to eat doughnuts, and I'm going for it. Although, I have many favorites, I hold a special place for Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Growing… Continue reading Rank Your Favorite Doughnuts for National Doughnut Day

Club Chocolate, Uncategorized

Community Share- Bake & Take: Pies

 Hello Bakers! In honor of Pi Day, we're hosting our first official Bake & Take.  What is a Bake & Take? Step #1 Bake something scrumptious. This month: Pies Step #2 Take a photo of your masterpiece and link in the comment section.   Step #3 Sit back, while the foodie community salivates over your… Continue reading Community Share- Bake & Take: Pies

Christmas, Products

Hot or Not? S’mores Maker

We’re continuing our Christmas idea list with an interesting appliance. Item of the day: Nostalgia Electric S'mores Maker, sells for @$30 here on Amazon.   What could be better than roasting marshmallows over an open fire, er, heat source, in the comfort of your own home? No bugs. No flames. No hair full of campfire soot.  Personally, I… Continue reading Hot or Not? S’mores Maker

Christmas

Yea or Nay? Chocolate Infused Balsamic Vinegar

We're continuing our Christmas idea list with a unique chocolate find. Item of the day: Chocolate Infused Balsamic Vinegar from Italy, sells for @$20 here on Amazon.   I'm guessing today's item is going to be cut and dry. Either it sounds delightful, or it sounds downright disgusting. Either way, let me know your thoughts in the comment section… Continue reading Yea or Nay? Chocolate Infused Balsamic Vinegar

Christmas, Uncategorized

Wrap it or Trash it? Instant Ice Cream Maker

We're continuing our Christmas idea list with this sweet culinary find. Item of the day: Chef n' Sweet Spot Instant Ice Cream Maker, sells for @$44  here on Amazon. According to the item description, you simply freeze the bowl a day ahead of time, add ice cream ingredients and stir, and presto, homemade ice cream.… Continue reading Wrap it or Trash it? Instant Ice Cream Maker