by Toni | Feb 12, 2022 | Come Home, Everyday Enchantments, Let's Eat, Sinful Sensations
In the snowy depths of wintery February, I like to think that Valentine’s Day comes along to warm our hearts with homemade cards, paper mâché roses and sweet treats of rich chocolate, creamy caramel and crunchy toasted nuts. Actually, I do more than think about it; I...
by Toni | Oct 23, 2021 | Let's Eat, Sinful Sensations
Biscotti is one of my favorite cookies, especially as the season of gift giving begins. It’s sturdy, stores well and can be made at least a week before delivery (maybe two!). I’m always looking for ways to turn basic biscotti into something special—not that basic...
by Toni | Jan 30, 2019 | Let's Eat, Sinful Sensations
Can there be any greater joy or expression of love than baking a birthday cake for your friend or loved one? A birthday cake allows the baker to create a one-of-a-kind gift (Even if it is someone else’s recipe, it’s still your special touch!) that is generally shared...
by Toni | Feb 19, 2018 | Fruits, Healthy Treats, Let's Eat
I begin as many valentines do… with an apology. Alas, it’s true; over two years ago, I wrote a post about the inspiration for my original Love Muffins and then, some posts later, gave you another recipe and promised you something I never delivered: A Love Muffin...
by Toni | Feb 5, 2017 | Be Simple, Fruits, Healthy Treats, Let's Eat, Vegetables
Heathy? Well there goes romance… Now, now. There’s nothing wrong with champagne and a decadent dessert on a special occasion, but let’s think outside that chocolate box just a little. Let me tug at your heartstrings with a Juiced-Up Cocktail and some Green Gal...