Fancy Hot Chocolate

Culinary

Chriiiistmaaaas! la, la, la laaaaa! CHRISTMAAAS! la, la, la, la, laaaaa! It’s been unusually cold here in the big old state of Texas and we’ve literally had hot chocolate for the past three days. I’ve got a few recipes down but this one is definitely my favorite.

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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Baking

Hot chocolate is considered one of the winter staples, am I right? It’s not officially winter until you’ve had a steaming mug of hot chocolate and if you’re feeling a bit more festive, maybe add a bit of whipped cream or marshmallows OR BOTH! I have been thinking about this recipe for a good two …

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Mantecaditos Puerto Rican Cookies

Baking

If you are ever lucky enough to visit this enchanted island, I suggest you ask the locals which is the best bakery, and try absolutely everything they have. Puerto Rican bakeries are magnificent. They’re pastry wonderlands filled with secrets and family recipes. If only I could get the recipe of bizocho de novia! These cookies are a …

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Almond Shortbread Cookies

Baking

I have pleaded with the gods. On my knees, I have begged for inspiration. They have not forsaken me. At last, I have a post that is worthy enough for you, my reader. It’s been a while, I know. It has been far too long, and for that, I am sorry. Nevertheless, I am here …

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Churros and Vanilla sauce

Culinary

It’s 12 a.m. on a Sunday, and what do I decide to make? Churros. Yes. Churros and a vanilla sauce to go with them, because why not?! The recipe I used is an adaptation to the one in The Cookie and Biscuit Bible. Apparently, the original recipe is called Spanish Churros.  I, on the other …

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Liebster Award

Awards Culinary

I’ve been nominated for another WordPress type of award. In this case, it’s the Liebster Award and the lovely lady behind the nomination is Lovely Buns. Thanks, Candy for the nomination! I’m so flattered. I’ve been working very hard on my blog and will continue to do so in the following year. These are the …

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