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Vegan walnut fig bars

Vegan walnut fig bars

Although I am not vegan, I do like to experiment with vegan baking. But sometimes I find it hard to discover great recipes that don’t ask for fancy or processed substitutes. Or use a ton of sugar, making it a vegan but yet unhealthy treat.…

Walnut Quinoa Macaroons with Cranberries

Walnut Quinoa Macaroons with Cranberries

No Christmas or holiday for that matter without cookies! As early as October people (like me) start planning this year’s cookie selection. And that’s not an easy task. First, there are all the traditional recipes from your mum and grandma that are a must on…

Pumpkin Walnut Cranberry Bread

Pumpkin Walnut Cranberry Bread

This time of the year I tend to become a little bit “homesick.” And when I say home, I mean New York City. I have lived there for almost four years and had the chance to experience all four seasons several times. And while I…

Rhubarb Blueberry Galette

Rhubarb Blueberry Galette

With rhubarb in season, I cannot think of any other fruit to bake with. And the good thing is: it’s so versatile that you can incorporate it in almost any kind of sweet treat. This time I made a rhubarb blueberry galette. I was inspired…

Rhubarb almond bars

Rhubarb almond bars

When growing up, we had a great variety of fruits in our garden. My favorites were raspberries and strawberries. It was exciting to watch them grow, and my brother and I could barely wait for them to be ripe enough to eat. And once they…

Pistachio and rose water cake

Pistachio and rose water cake

A lot of people ask me if I invent my recipes. And the answer is no. I get a lot of inspiration from very talented bakers around the world. Usually, I find an exciting recipe and then make adjustments like substituting flour for a whole…