This is a very exotic drink, and is usually a staple of fast breaking Muslims in the holy month of Ramadan. But more importantly it tastes good and has incredible health benefits chock full of vitamins. Most ingredients are available in your local Middle Eastern/Ethnic supermarkets – but more so becoming comment in traditional supermarket…
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Chocolate Orange Cake
Much like the more popular peanut butter and chocolate combination popularized by chocolate manufacturers (thankfully) and the hazelnut spread (even more thankfully) – orange and chocolate is also one of those combinations gaining popularity. Here is a cake that will introduce many of your friends (if they haven’t already) to the wonderful world of orange…
Apple Carrot Cake
I realised I didn’t have many cupcake recipes, I always prefer cakes with the perception that it’s a weightier dessert that feeds more people, I find with cake there is less weight and it’s easier to decorate one cake instead of many little cupcakes. But this one is an exceptionally simple recipe it would be…
Classic Pecan Tart
I’m actually surprised I haven’t shared this recipe earlier – this one is a sure hit and I have used it many a times for Christmas to Thanksgiving dinners (which are interchangeable for me at this point). This pie is a classic and the crunch of the caramelized pecans with the sweetness of the filling…
Apple Coffee Cake
A slight variation and twist on the classic apple pie, this Apple Coffee Cake has all the deliciousness of the apple with a more understated taste. Did you know what none of the “Coffee Cakes” have coffee in them, the name implies they can be eaten with a nice mug of coffee, can of like…
Peanut Butter Silk Cake
If you are like me and bless the person who figured out the chocolate/peanut butter combo into heaven, you’ll love this cake. It’s a great option for birthdays and other major occasions with a pre-made sponge and where the creamy filling makes it the special cake everyone will talk about. Just make sure you consider…
Cheery Lemon Tart
In the dark dreary winter months how about trying some bright citrus flavour with an equally bright yellow look. This will put a smile for both the freshness it brings and the taste it has. Less tart and more sweet this will satisfy any sweet tooth. Easy to make and impressive all year round and…
Baked Garlic Tomato Chicken
For those days where you need a warm hug, whether its in the winter or if you’re feeling particularly down – this is the go to dish. Simple, classic, and more importantly delicious. With easy to find ingredients and simple cooking this is a basic dish that will impress and, despite the cliché, will truly…
No-fail Creamy Chocolate Frosting
This easy and simple creamy chocolate frosting recipe is a fool proof safety net for all your baking goods. Cupcakes, cakes, pies – what have you. The recipe below makes 3 and ½ cups of delicious frosting that can easily cover two to three good sized cakes and can be also used for layer fillings…
Sunrise Banana Cake
We are very familiar with the rustic and hearty Banana Loafs and Banana Breads. But for those with slightly sweeter cravings how about a good ol’ Banana Cake? The natural sweetness of Bananas has finally got its due in the cake world and it couldn’t be any simpler. This is a middle of the road…
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