Dessert

Blini with Smoked Salmon

This appetizer is effortless to make and is such a crowd-pleaser. It’s a classic that everybody loves, perfect for any occasion! I bought the blinis at my local grocery store to make it even easier. However, you can make them at home. The DILL CRÈME FRAICHE you can make the day before and store in…

Vanilla, Strawberry and Nutella Buttercream Cake

Calling all Nutella lovers!! We are absolutely obsessed with Nutella, and we love anything with it. This vanilla, strawberries and Nutella buttercream cake is soooo good and beautiful. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day! -Vanilla box cake: choose your favorite box cake, and prepare the batter according to the instructions. Split the batter into two round…

Lime Naked Cake

Calling all Lime lovers. This semi-homemade cake is easy and quick to put together. It’s light and packed with fresh flavors—the perfect ending to a summer dinner. Start by baking two boxes of lemon supreme cake mix accordingly to the box baking instructions. We divide the batter in 4 round cake pans (about 9”). Allow…

Savory and Sweet Valentine’s Day Board

Valentine’s Day is coming up in a few weeks! Whether you are celebrating with your significant other, kids, family, girlfriends, or by yourself, here is a cheese board inspiration. Perfect for a gathering or a night in!! Start with the board! We love a white cheeseboard for the occasion; they look more feminine and make…

Liquid Alfajor

Have you ever tried or heard about alfajores? If you have never tried them, you are missing out! They are delicate dulce de leche sandwich cookies that are very popular in South America. They are incredibly delicious, rich, and melt in your mouth. As we like effortless recipes, we have twisted this classic cookie and…

Apple Crumble

It’s apple season!! Have you gone apple picking yet!? It’s one of our favorite fruits to pick and a great family activity! We, like everyone else, always end up with so many apples. There are countless recipes you can make with them. However, if there is a single recipe that embodies the spirit of fall…

Lemon Mousse and Meringue Ice Cream Cones

Lemon mousse is so refreshing and always a great dessert! We made it extra special by serving it on ice cream cones and covering it with a delicious Italian meringue. Lemon mousse is light and creamy and can be whipped up in a few minutes. There are so many different recipes for lemon mousse out…

Bite-size Strawberries and Dates Dessert

Strawberries are one of our favorite fruits, and our kids too. We ALWAYS have them in our fridge. This bright, juicy, and sweet fruit is great for desserts; we will eat any treat with them! They are also a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. So why not pair with another great source of…

No Bake Tiramisu Trifle

We love trifles, especially individuals ones.  They are so easy to make,  brighten up any dessert table and look so impressive. When I came across this recipe from ciaoflorentina.com, the picture looked so beautiful that I had to try it. It turned out to be SO delicious too! Barbara and I had to share this…

Chocolate Board

Chocolate boards became a hit amongst our family and friends. They are a beautiful display and so easy to put together. All you have to do is display your favorite chocolates and fruits on a board! The best part… NO BAKE IS REQUIRED! The first thing is to choose your board. This is the type of dessert…

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Chocolate covered strawberries are extremely easy to make but are so elegant, beautiful, impressive looking and romantic. We love them! I mean, who doesn’t love them!? They are beautiful on their own, add elegance to a dessert table, or the final touch on top of a cake or cheesecake. Ingredients Strawberries White, Dark or Semi-Sweet…

Apple Crumble

It’s apple season!! Have you gone apple picking yet!? It’s one of our favorite fruits to pick and a great family activity! We, like everyone else, always end up with so many apples. There are countless recipes you can make with them. However, if there is a single recipe that embodies the spirit of fall…

Blackberry and Vanilla Cake

Sweet Summertime can become even sweeter with this Blackberry and Vanilla cake. These two flavors come together to create a showstopper dessert, that will have your guests reaching for seconds. It’s so easy to make and looks stunning. Definitely a must-try!!

Lemon Mousse

When life gives you lemons, make a lemon mousse!! We pretty much love anything with lemons, they tastefully enhance the flavor of almost everything! This make-ahead lemon mouse is light, soft, and simple to make, truly the ideal summer dessert.  With only three ingredients, this sweet citrus flavor dessert will wow all of your guests.  …