Author Archives: Melissa

Non-Dairy Speculoos Cheesecake {recipe}

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Melissa | 7 Comments

Just because you might not be able to have dairy, doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all the fun.  I have a great recipe for non-dairy cheesecake that I have been making for so long that I don’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Pies and Tarts | 7 Comments

Speculoos Cookie Spread

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Melissa | 8 Comments

If you have been following food trends you have definitely heard of hazelnut spread such as Nutella.  You have also come across millions of ways to use it from cookies to cakes, pies, tarts…you name it, and you can find it.  The newest … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookies, No Bake Desserts | 8 Comments

Toy Drum Birthday Cake

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Melissa | 12 Comments

To celebrate Maxwell’s first birthday, his parents wanted to present him with an awesome cake at his party.  His favorite toy is actually a musical, light up set of bongos.  So his parents thought it would be cool if I replicated … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebration Cakes | 12 Comments

Angry Birds Birthday Cake

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Melissa | 13 Comments

I love getting new cake requests.  When I was asked if I had ever made an Angry Birds cake, I said no, but I can!  Then I had to go figure it all out.  There are so many parts of … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebration Cakes | 13 Comments

Hot Chocolate Pudding Cake

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Melissa | 23 Comments

I love hot chocolate cake. I’m not sure when this fad in restaurant desserts began but I’m sure it is here to stay. Almost every restaurant will offer some sort of delicious hot and gooey chocolate dessert and that is … Continue reading →

Posted in Cakes | 23 Comments

Passover “Oatmeal” Raisin Cookies

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Melissa | 17 Comments

I have been going to Kosherfest for quite a few years now.  While it is a lot of fun, and I never leave hungry, I am often underwhelmed in the pastry department…until this year. This year I came across a … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookies, Passover | 17 Comments

Purple Ruffle Ombre Cake

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Melissa | 12 Comments

Hooray!  It’s my 2 year blogaversary!  I totally missed my first one.  Then one of my fellow blogging friends was celebrating hers so I figured I would look to see when I wrote my first ever post.  It happened to be … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebration Cakes | 12 Comments

Designer Handbag Cake

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Melissa | 15 Comments

For Donna’s 60th birthday, she was planning a big celebration and the cake needed to be fabulous.  She told me that she loves her designer handbag, as well as expensive jewelry and gorgeous makeup.  I was able to incorporate all … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebration Cakes | 15 Comments

Wedding Cake Cookies {on stands}

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Melissa | 12 Comments

Yay!  Our very own Ali-Babka got married!  Allison is a good friend, foodie, chef, and blogger that I met her through the food world and I’m so glad I did!  To celebrate her wedding to her husband Matan, some blog … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookies | 12 Comments

Ice Cream Scoop Cookies

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Melissa | 16 Comments

It is customary on the Jewish holiday of Purim for every family to give a food related gift basket to family and friends.  I always try to be innovative and creative and keep my treats small and sweet.  Last year … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookies | 16 Comments