Every rhubarb season I make my grandmother’s Rhabarberkuchen with meringue and slivered almonds. It’s delicious and for many years has been an official harbinger of spring, but with my first few stalks from the grocery store, I wanted to make something new. (I will, however, definitely be making my grandmother's recipe once my own rhubarb …
Mardi Gras is not a holiday that was oft celebrated in my home. It’s not that we had anything against it, but if you’re not from New Orleans, it’s just easy to forget about. However, in Germany, where my mother is from, Mardi Gras is known as Fasching. It’s celebrated in a similar way. People …
My sister’s 24th birthday was much less stressful. I asked her a full week in advance what she wanted her cake to be this year. She was certain she wanted the same chocolate cake base as last year, but went back and forth flavors before deciding on raspberry. Her birthday is in September, so fresh …
Never Enough Counter Space 