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Vegan Coconut Cupcakes

I caved. I let myself sink my teeth into warm cranberry scones slathered with mascarpone and apricot jam. And look what’s happened now- fuzzy head, my judgement’s all furry and not to mention the slightly ballooning tummy. Silly, silly and … Continue reading

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Homemade Oreos

There are some things that I get obsessed with…and never stop being obsessed until I’ve had so much of it, I feel my knees buckle and my heart ceases to feel the flutter anymore…that is until I get reminded of … Continue reading

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When Life Hands You Lemons…

Squeeze ‘em in people’s eyes! That’s what my little sister would wish she could do. It’s probably her favourite David & Goliath tee slogan. I, on the other hand, would bake lemon cake then use the remaining lemon ‘shell’ to … Continue reading

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A Grand Return

Hi Folks, I’ve actually been back from Bali for around 5 days now. But it wasn’t the copious amounts of unpacking nor was it me being busy with work that has gotten me neglecting my baking. Actually, I’ve been working … Continue reading

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Afternoon Delight

There’s a buzz around here. And while it’s normally a good thing, this time it’s got us feeling worried, vexed and sympathetic. Wherever you’re from, you’ve probably heard about the volcanic eruption in Iceland. Already scary because it is a … Continue reading

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How I live up to my bad reputation

I have a reputation around here. A kinda reputation that screams ‘don’t mess with me, I’m trouble’.  This will actually be really funny if you’ve met me. I am as scary as a teddy bear, real mean, with claws to … Continue reading

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Digestives

Firstly, thanks to everyone who’s just as excited as I am about having my sister home! And the cookbooks! I’ll have the post up on those soon, oh, and along with my “to-bake” wishlist. Actually, today I have a recipe … Continue reading

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Plum Galette

Today, the boy asked me a question he’s never asked me before. “How are you coping with being this long-distance relationship?” Me: ugghh, hate it! I can’t get used to it. Him: It’ll help you cope better though! Me: But … Continue reading

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Blueberry Mini Loaves

Say it with me. Slowly. Blueberry mini loaves… With a smear of lemony creamcheese. It’s not the end yet. And toasty walnuts. Got your head around that? I just did, after my second mini loaf. I shouldn’t really be gushing, … Continue reading

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Earl Grey Friand (Financier) + Rosewater Glaze

Amidst all the baking in preparation for the farmers’ market this Saturday, 6 March, I felt like I needed to be selfish and bake something for me. Not for sale, not for someone else’s consumption, for me (and my mom). … Continue reading

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