Long time no see, my friends! It has been a while since my last post. I have been spending my time mostly with work – covid style of course. It seems like preparations for the next thing never ends. Don’t get me wrong, I am extremely grateful that our business is doing ok with everythingRead more
Tarts & Pies
Pumpkin Gâteau Basque
I haven’t updated the blog for a long time, and I can’t believe it is already October. Also, my book French Pastry 101 with Page Street Publishing is coming out about a month from today! It is Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend. I am especially thankful for all the opportunities and resources that I have beenRead more
Apricot Marzipan Honey Thyme Tart
This summer pastry combines a few of my favourite things: flaky pastry, apricots, honey, and marzipan. I love the tartness of the luscious apricots with the sweet honey and marzipan. Fresh apricot is one of my favourite summer fruits. Its soft texture and floral flavour makes it a beautiful fruit to preserve. I occasionally makeRead more
Citrus Earl Grey Tart
I love baking with the citrus family. Every spring I make a citrus dessert to “celebrate” the commencement of this wonderful season. This year’s winter in Vancouver has been colder and longer than usual, hopefully it will brighten up soon like the colours of this dessert. I love citrus tones in desserts because they add a very refreshingRead more
Galette des Rois
I have visited Paris in January twice, I was overwhelmed by the different versions of galette des rois available in almost every bakery I have been to. Galette des rois is traditionally served at Epiphany, January 6th. It is composed of two pieces of puff pastry baked with an almond filling, usually containing a “secret”Read more
Maple Bourbon Roasted Peach Galette
Jumping late to the peach game this summer, I decided to make something rustic to take a break away from the more complicated recipes I’ve made recently. Peaches laced with maple syrup and bourbon, this recipe is a guaranteed winner. I can’t get enough of baking with fruit in the summer, the rustic galette is oneRead more
Guava Lemon Tart
If I had a list of top ten desserts, the classic French tarte au citron would be one of them. It is simply a buttery pastry shell filled with a rich and tart lemon curd. The contrast of crumbly and silky textures, and sweet and tart flavours are just irresistible. How can I make somethingRead more
