An Italian classic revisited with a fresh, fruity and light twist: this strawberry parfait is a fruity variation of the traditional tiramisù and is perfect for hot summer days. The rich red strawberries are not just a visual delight, but also a treat for the taste buds.
Clafoutis is an easy French dessert that’s perfect for using up summer fruit. The idea is a baked dessert of fruit arranged in a buttered dish and covered with a thick flan-like batter. It is decidedly more elegant yet even simpler to make than a crumble. Use whatever fruit you have […]
Tiramisù is without a doubt my absolute best dish. A very dear friend was so gracious as to give away her secret recipe and it has a been a hit every time I have served it. Fast and simple to make but beware you use good espresso coffee and proper […]
Somewhere between custard and cake lies the clafoutis. It is one of the classics of French desserts, once thought of as homely and rustic, the modern version now lends itself to softer, less robust fruits than the original plums and cherries more often used. This simple method brings out all the […]
Nothing beats a homemade apple cake with chunks of sweet fruit. Try this hearty recipe and surprise your kids with a scrumptious afternoon tea treat when they arrive home after school.
It is not easy to get a hold of Candy Corn in this part of the world but I have found a way to put a French twist to my Candy Corn craving. The macaroons are both festive and delicious, making them the perfect sweet treat for the Halloween celebration. […]
This is a recipe that hits close to home. As a child I used to eat many a crumble for pudding. Apple, Rhubarb, Gooseberries, Peach or Strawberries. Anything goes and it is so much fun to make the crumble with those little hands.
Discover an exotic twist to a traditional Italian dessert made with mascarpone, red fruits and ladyfinger biscuits, soaked in prosecco, a sparkling Italian white wine. An elegant and tasty summer dessert.
‘Afternoon tea’ is something terribly British and I love to keep up this tradition on a daily basis. Unfortunately, with the busy and hectic lifestyles we now lead this is not always easy. This recipe will take 20 minutes out of our day and let you indulge in a little […]
This has got to be one of my favourite combinations: chocolate with almonds. Make sure the chocolate is good quality and you cannot go wrong with this recipe. YUM!
A Swiss globetrotting mum, figlia di Americano, con corazòn Napoletano and a British accent walking on the wild side between Paris, Lugano and Madrid! An entrepreneurial Expat with a passion for cooking and a curiosity for any new recipe which is easy, uncomplicated and fast to prepare. Desserts are my speciality but I can bash up a 5 course meal if I have to in a couple of hours. So enjoy and BUON APPETITO!
