Pumpkin Chocolate Streusel Muffins

Pumpkin Chocolate Streusel Muffins Recipe

Betwixt and Between.  That’s where I found myself the other day as I stood in front of a display of golden ripe peaches.  Summer is hanging on in Southern California but a shift towards Fall is evident as apples and … Continue reading




Zucchini Bread Sandwich Cookies

"Zucchini Bread Sandwich Cookies"

If patience is a virtue, my father was a very virtuous man.  Remembering back to my younger days, so many of my memories are of being at his elbow observing and absorbing all his knowledge on the subject of cooking … Continue reading




Chocolate Noisette Layer Cake for Passover

"Fluffy goodness surrounding a chocolate nutty cake"

Lately I have been thinking quite a bit about the meaning behind the word “tradition”.  I am a fanatic, a stickler, somewhat of a maniac about tradition.  I find comfort just knowing that whatever life is bringing my way, however … Continue reading




Carrot Cake Cheese Cake and the Cheesecake Factory

"A slice of Carrot Cake Cheesecake on a dessert plate"

There is an ear to ear smile on my face these days.  You see, Jayz decided to spend her spring break at home here in CA with her Mom and Dad.  The anticipation and preparation began days ahead of her … Continue reading