October 2009

October 25 2009

Cupcakes & Champagne

Two years and some days ago, we had a big group together for Kasia’s baby shower. This month, she’s back in town from Brisbane to visit friends & family, so we decided to round up as many girls as we could and have another ‘do for her in my party room. I recruited Ali P [...]

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I had a couple of round-trip North American flight tickets to use before the end of the month, as well as two free nights at the Fairmont San Jose, so it was natural that Alex and I paired the two and went off to Northern California for the Thanksgiving long weekend. I’d always wanted to [...]

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October 18 2009

Ella’s Birthday Cake

A little something for a little girl’s first birthday. The theme that her parents requested was Mary Had A Little Lamb…so off I went with some modelling with the fondant! The little lamb had somewhat evil eyes, I know – food writers suck, don’t buy them. For the little girl, I opted to use a [...]

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A while ago I alluded to the baking sessions that Ali P and I used to have in university. A recipe from the back of a Chip-its packet might’ve been mentioned…and today I’m here to share. This recipe has lasting power. It is like chocolate chip cookies dressed up in leopard print and killer heels. [...]

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