My cabbie brainwashed me into visiting this bakery that I knew, but didn’t exatly know I needed. That makes sense, right? He was asking if I knew of Mr. Cedric, I said, ‘mais oui!’ The luxe patisserie king who concocts sweet delights well disguised as fruit or anything else. I suppose I had this conversation…
Month: February 2025
The Prince’s Head- Richmond
If you’re staying in the Heathrow vicinity and want to do something fun, albeit touristy, head to Richmond. A quaint town made famous by the show ‘Ted Lasso,’ the pub is as real as it gets. Be sure to ‘score’ a reservervation in advance, though there were a few available for our night in question….
Ina’s Superbowl Snacks
It’s a veritable head to head of which of Ina’s snacks might be best for game day! While I won’t be watching in Switzerland, I will be dishing out nibbles just the same. Here are a few of my favorites that are sure to be a big win on game day!c Spinach Artichoke Dip– Everyone’s…
Nigella’s Clementine Cake
With a bowl full of aging clementines, it was the perfect occasion to throw together Nigella’s apparently legendary clementine cake. Gluten free, but it sure does use lots of eggs! It’s easy to quickly whip up in the food processor and bakes like a dream. Moist and brightly vibrant, it’s even better on the second…
Vesuvio Pizzeria
This past weekend we decided to check out a new village which meant a new funny Swiss locals bar followed by dinner at Vesuvio Pizzeria. The restaurant is fairly non descript and won’t be the most romantic date night you’ve ever had, but the staff is friendly and the food is incredible! Plus, who doesn’t…
Chocolate Mascarpone Mousse
She may not look like much, but it’s what inside that counts- isn’t that usually the case? This mousse was a labor of love to not waste a cup of extra mascarpone that was kicking around the fridge…the results were more spectacular than anything I could have hoped for! The word “bangin’” comes to mind…