One of my most vivid memories I have from childhood is when my soccer team would go to Rita’s after a game to get ‘Italian ice.” At 8 years old, I made it my mission to inform my teammates that there is no such thing as Italian ice! It was all an American ruse! They… Continue reading Granita al limone. Italian Ice, but not really. (GF + V)
Category: Frozen Treats
Around the World: American cuisine
Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking. One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks. Some of these dishes… Continue reading Around the World: American cuisine
Four-ingredient ‘Dibs’ Ice Cream Bites (Vegan + GF)
Do you remember Dibs? They’re the little vanilla ice cream bites coated with milk chocolate. Anyways, on the rare occasions that Dibs were in my house, my brother and I would go crazy – who wouldn’t? It’s fun to just pop them in your mouth 🙂 Since our Dibs days are extinct, I made… Continue reading Four-ingredient ‘Dibs’ Ice Cream Bites (Vegan + GF)
Vanilla Bean Hazelnut Cheesecake Bites
Vanilla, hazelnuts, chocolate; these are a few of my favorite things. So when it came to creating a cheesecake recipe, I wanted it to involve all of these ingredients in the most harmonious way possible while tasting like an actual, real cheesecake. These vanilla bean hazelnut cheesecake bites are decadent, smooth, creamy, and not to mention… Continue reading Vanilla Bean Hazelnut Cheesecake Bites
Vegan Peppermint Patties
Mint Lemon Sorbet (Vegan)
I am often asked what I think is the perfect summertime treat. Without a doubt – sorbet! Sorbet is not only an incredibly easy dessert to make at home, requiring very few ingredients, but also, perfect for every age group – children, adults, and elders. It is especially great for those with many food intolerances and allergies.… Continue reading Mint Lemon Sorbet (Vegan)