Sugared Lilac Cake

Ever since I dreamt up the idea of Lilac Sugar a few years ago, I’ve been wanting to create more than just Lilac Sheet Cookies. Don’t get me wrong, everything is “right” about lilac and cookies, but the aromatics of the fresh spring bloom deserve so much more attention, as does their beauty. Thus, a…

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Sugared Lilac Lemon Sheet Cookie

The aroma of fresh lilacs has always been one of my very favorite childhood memories. I’m very sense-driven, you see, and I associate so much of my life with both bold imagery and strong scents. It must be part of my creative process. In any case, I fondly remember each spring, a lovely lilac ceramic…

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Sweet Lavender Vanilla Shortbread

As spring approaches, I’ve been dreaming of last year’s Lilac Sugar. The sweet smell and utterly delicate treat soothed my soul at tea time and baked inside a few delicious goodies, but also served as the perfect little gift… You see, I love surprisingly others with surprise tidbits, thoughts, and more, every now and then….

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