Flourless Chocolate Torte ~ flour provides not only structure but a consistent viscosity during the mixing stages of a cake batter. By removing the structural ingredient the final product becomes ...

The fortune, is in the cookie 😉 ... it is still a mystery as to where it originated, as it is said the fortune cookie is to have been developed somewhere between San Fransisco and Little Tokyo in ...

The #thermomix, designed for everyone from a #homebaker making #empanadas or #desserts, to an R&D scientist targeting a desired water temperature, ingredient measurement and final dough weight. Not ...

It was always during the holiday season where membrillo or quince made it’s annual debut in the empanada showcase at my family’s old bakery. Membrillo strips are one of the main and key components ...

March is Women’s History Month, and in this honor, I plan to highlight a few special women who have been influential in my journey as a chef and baker. My grandmother, Juanita Ortiz Peña, was one of ...

“Baking is the most rewarding part of my culinary experiences.” ...

Oat & Almond ~ Berry Tart . . . the fruit tart was created by the Tatin sisters for the restaurant in their hotel in the village of Lamotte-Beuvron, France 🇫🇷 in the late 1800s. A few decades prior ...

“Baking is the most rewarding part of my culinary experiences.” ...

A modern interpretation of the traditional rosca de reyes, these mini roscas combine classic holiday symbolism with contemporary flavor. The dough is enriched with browned butter, which brings a ...

Coconut Lime Tart 🇺🇸 ...the true history of the key lime pie is probably lost in the fog that enrobes the Florida Keys. Named after its native citrus hybrid or key lime...the decadent dessert was ...

Red, White and Bleu sourdough potato rolls #4thofjuly #usa🇺🇸 potatorolls #baked #breadhead #semperfi #redwhiteandblue . . . my sourdough starter is patriotic 😉 “Baking is the most rewarding part of ...

Red, White & Bleu sourdough swirl #sourdough #artisan #baked #breadhead #longfermentation #4thofjuly #usa🇺🇸 #yeastraised “Baking is the most rewarding part of my culinary experiences.” ...