I recently discovered my old diary from 1992-1994. I was in 8th grade around that time. As I read through every entry, I was blown away; I couldn’t believe I wrote the things I did! Continue reading
One of the best things about the weather turning colder is that it’s a perfect excuse to bake something really decadent and comforting. Continue reading
Have you ever written down recipe ingredients on your shopping list, only to discover that once you get to the grocery store, they’re sold out of/don’t stock one of the main ingredients in the recipe? Continue reading
I’m surprised I’ve gotten through the past few months without having ever posted one of my most favorite ever recipes. It’s perfect for those sweet cravings, especially cookie dough cravings. Continue reading
Before I begin, I must apologize for the lack of updates. As some of you know, my blog’s SEO was hacked and displayed ads for certain medications in Google’s search results. Continue reading
If you’ve been following me on Instagram or Twitter, you’ll know that we have a new (temporary) addition to our family. We have chosen to raise a Guide Dog puppy for 14 months. Continue reading
I remember the first time I ever stepped foot inside of a coffee house. It was Starbucks at Circular Quay, here in Sydney. Many years ago, my husband and I had arrived early to meet some friends, so he took me into Starbucks while we waited. Continue reading
I’ve discovered a new thing. Homemade chocolate sauce. Sure, I grew up dousing my ice cream in Hershey’s syrup, but recently when I was about ready to walk into one of the only shops in Sydney to stock Hershey’s syrup and buy a bottle of it, I stopped. Continue reading
Valentine’s Day isn’t really very special in our family; it’s just any other ordinary day. My daughter made everyone a heart-shaped card this morning, though, and I stuffed heart-shaped watermelon pieces and heart-shaped sandwiches into my kids’ lunch boxes for school today. Continue reading
It’s that special day of the year again, when people around the world unite to share their love for Nutella – that’s right, it’s World Nutella Day! Continue reading