The joy of pastry is something to be cherished; in all it’s forms. From my savory, signature Tomato Tartlet to these super easy Pear Pastry Roses, pastry is one of the most versatile things you can use. Cheryl Love wrote: ‘Bakers bake this dish from the heart; Adding pastry bits on top for art…’, and […]
See full Recipe...Vegan, gluten free Banana Bread
It is officially autumn and for sure my favorite season… if I had to pick one. The leaves are turning and the northern hemisphere is preparing to rest. The vibrant colors of summer produce is making way for much richer oranges and greens. And, of course, as the season change, so must our eating habits to give the land a chance to recuperate, just as we do, after a busy period of work.
See full Recipe...Ginger, Orange & Cinnamon Poached Pears with Chocolate Sauce
The original poached pear was created in 1864 by French chef and restaurateur, Auguste Escoffier. He named the dessert Poire belle Hélène after the operette La belle Hélène by Jacques Offenbach, and there has been hundreds of variations of this classic dessert since.
I’ve always used red wine as a poaching liquid and served it with vanilla cream, but it had never occurred to me to pair the pear with ginger until I stumbled upon a post from Instagram sensation @truchocolatesnacks the other day.
The very same day (as if by grand design) my mother-in-law sent us a case of pears from Hale Groves in Florida for Christmas and with much excitement I took to our kitchen to create this interesting new twist on a classic dessert.
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