Almost everyone has their favorite type of cake, but might not realize the different methods used for baking cakes. Mine is an  …

The 84th Annual Oscars, Academy Awards  began this evening at 5:30 PST, Billy Crystal is hosting for the 9th time.. anything is possible. In 1992 he surprised us all as Hannibal Lecter going as far as shaking hands with Anthony Hopkins still in Dr.Lecter’s mask and inviting Sir Hopkins to “dinner.”…

I began my business 11 years ago now. It all began when I moved to the United States back in 1996. Originally from Ireland, now fully and happily immersed in the American way of life, I was however and still am faced with questions about Ireland and it's food that could not be further away from truth ! This was the reason I created 'Rachel Gaffney's Real Ireland'

Since then, I have met so many people who have begun other food related businesses, that nearly always start with…

I've been trying to forgo the sweets since I forgot the meaning of moderation over the holidays. My birthday is coming up very soon also, and you know there will be a dessert table. To somewhat satisfy my sweet tooth I decided to make…

ORIENTAL PARTY see the original blog post at www.bettybake.co.za…

Today's conversations and sharing with others have led me to explore what it is that each of us want for our "dream" life.  And I use quotations on "dream" because who says we can't have it!?  Why does it have to be a dream?  Perhaps we should start calling it our "end goal" life.  Just a thought!

So I thought to help inspire others, I'd share what my complete picture looks like.  For many of us, writing it out and including as much detail as possible, will help…

I saw these in a book a while ago and HAD to make one.  I thought they were too cool!  The best part is they are EASY.  In a matter of 20 minutes I was able to create something that looked really fun and unique.  If you are…

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this year for valentine’s day, the kids and i {ok….  mostly i} made cake pops to hand…

Fried Bread with Sugar: An Old Time Donut-Like Treat

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This is such a fun and easy thing to do for friends, family or other loved ones and a great project kids can do as well. Cupcake in a jar, only better!

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After yesterday's recipe for the apricot-pistachio granola I gifted to friends this year, I received a few reader questions about how I pulled together the country-chic wrapping. Well, I must admit that it couldn't be simpler...but the best DIY projects often are, aren't they? Here's what you'll need:…

One of my fave food photographers on the planet, Katie Quinn Davies, has launched a brilliant new issue…

As mentioned yesterday, I adore giving (and getting!) edible gifts during the holidays, and they're even more fun when wrapped up in pretty packaging. This apricot-pistachio granola couldn't be simpler, but I must admit that if there was a granola cook-off...I'd bet money on this one. Crunchy-sweet oats flecked with fruit, nuts,…

Meet Vintage Allies, VAV! Food Reporter,  NINA FAULL. A truly talented Author, Nina is also known as VAV!'s Moxie on the Rocks, your ever so fabulous Vintage Foodie!  She writes The Pampered Paramour cookbook series! Rendezvous with a Mistress in your Kitchen at The Pampered Paramour.

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Literally Nuts for the Holidays {Free Printable}

When searching the blogosphere for inspiration, nothing excites me more than stumbling upon a terrific food photographer. Today I discovered a true gem: Charlotte Tolhurst. As I clicked through one foodie fantasy after another, my reaction bordered on biological...my (recently filled) stomach was suddenly aching to be fed once again! Not…