Celebration Party Cake – 36 to 54 people

Dessert Recipes, Events, Instructions 101

Yesterday I organized a big family and friends party at a great restaurant for 2 very special occasions: June 5th is my parent’s 40th wedding anniversary and June 8th is my dad’s 75th birthday. We were a nice group of 30 people and we enjoyed a great meal...

Guest post on ici et here

Events, Montreal Buzz

I am so proud to share with you today a link to my guest post on ici et here, entitled… Ethnically Tasting Montreal, Frugally   In this special post I discuss why we are a city of foodies and tell you about my favorite ethnic hangouts. PLUS you can listen...

Wordless Wednesday Jean Talon Market Finds

Exotic World Recipes, Food Trends & Gadgets

Canelés Bordelais

Dessert Recipes, Exotic World Recipes, Food Trends & Gadgets, Traditions

Have you heard of Canelés? Are they a mystery to you? Well l would not be surprised if you have not, they have been wrapped in mystery since the day they were invented. Like a spy in a cloak this French pastry has slipped in and out of history for 3 centuries,...

Daring Bakers: Maple Mousse served in an Edible Container

Dessert Recipes, Traditions

I am so very excited to announce that I was the host for the April 2011 Daring Bakers Challenge. Not only is it a privilege to host such an event (a second time for me) but this is a very special challenge indeed for both myself and Renata of Testado, Provado &...