The busiest time for birthdays for my family is from September running all the way through to February (with a few more birthdays scattered throughout the rest of the year). This has its pros and cons. It means that I need to be really inspired, present-wise, to make sure I have something to give everyone for both Christmas and birthday, but on the plus side it means I generally get to eat and sometimes make lots of cake. Continue reading
Tag: chocolate
Cookies and Cream Cake
If you want a really moist, light and tasty chocolately sponge (and you love Oreos), this is cake to pick. It was very much a hit and lasted really well, despite our best efforts to demolish it quickly! My husband loved it. Continue reading
Easter Bark
Here’s an easy peasy Easter recipe that I tried out this year. If you’re after some chocolatey loveliness, this is worth trying. Continue reading
Austria – Sachertorte
My sister and I took our Mother to Vienna for a birthday treat five years ago. It was her 60th and we wanted to celebrate in style with her. It was early December when we went and it was ridiculously cold. Continue reading
United States – Boston Cream Cupcakes
I visited Boston during a three month trip to Canada just before university. My friend and I popped over for a couple of nights after visiting Quebec City and Montreal. It was a short flight and we thought why not. It was nearly 20 years ago (now that is scary) so the trip is a bit hazy Continue reading
Australia – Tim Tams
I first came across Tim Tams in the UK of all places. Even though I’d spent time travelling round Oz, I missed out on these deliciously chocolaty treats. I was introduced to them by my lovely friend Katie, who’s now back home in sunny Oz, Continue reading