There’s something wonderfully comforting about baking in the days leading up to Christmas — the warmth of the oven, the scent of spices in the air, and the quiet satisfaction of creating something by hand. This year I baked a batch of homemade ginger cookies, rich with that familiar blend of spice and sweetness that…
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2016 Birthday cakes
For my husband’s birthday that year, I went with a rich chocolate cake finished with simple but elegant white sugar flowers. I really enjoyed the contrast between the deep chocolate tones and the soft, delicate blossoms — understated but special. It felt like a classic celebration cake, letting the flavour shine while still adding a…