I needed a “thank you” gift. – More than just a card, a “thank you pie,” to be precise.The Wine Gallery does SO very much for me, I simply had to reciprocate.And, my method of love, adoration, and appreciation, always comes in the form of food. Some like chocolate, some prefer cinnamon raisin. Everyone adores…
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At one point in time, I baked a very special Chocolate Cream Pie for a good friend.HER friend saw photos and planned a visit, saying, “Do you think Ashley would make that again while I’m in town?” I responded, “Well, no. I never make the same thing twice. But, I’ll make you two a version…
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It’s a PROMOTION PIE!Not that I really need an excuse to bake a pie, as it really is one of my favorite things to to in life – it’s my meditation, my luxury, and my will. But, this cherry pie had a purpose.My neighbor, just a few doors down the hall, was promoted to Colonel.Now…
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I truly have the greatest friends. In these times of quarantine and isolation, I’ve been itching to get out, to shop, and then to bake.Well, I can’t get out and I can’t shop (autoimmune disease is hard). BUT, I can bake. And, I have the most amazing friends who make requests and then supply the…
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I haven’t baked a cake in a just a little while…I’m not sure how long it’s been, but long enough. And, I know many, many, many, many people who enjoy dark chocolate, lots of it, a triple load, in fact. I also know from personal experience that combining both blackberries AND fresh rosemary together with…
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I simply love to bake desserts. It’s just one of my things. AND, I so adore the creativity that lies behind the craft: concocting new and different flavor combinations that will both surprise the palate and wow the eyes that behold the magnificence. This particular occasion called for a bit of wowing…chocolate for sure, but…
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It’s not often that I eat sweets for breakfast. I crave protein in the morning – something to keep me strong and healthy throughout the day. But… …protein and chocolate – in the form of a vegan “ganache” or mousse? Yes, please.
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I recently designed a menu for a dear friend’s gourmet group. I carefully thought out a theme for the evening, poured over the intricacies of the ingredients, and paired each course with a lovely wine. I cooked for the group ~ AND I wined and dined them. The evening was absolutely amazing and quite a…
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Sweet and salty. Creamy and crunchy. Opposites attract ~ But it’s kind of like peanut butter and chocolate. Or Brussels sprouts and butter. They are a match made in heaven – simply made for each other. When it comes to crunchy, salty potato chips and chocolate, I’m reminded of my childhood days of biting into…
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