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Lavender Lemon Scones | Bake Box
Our Spring DIY Baking Kit is Now Available on Etsy! Spring has sprung! And we have the perfect spring flavors to enjoy the season. Check out our Spring Bake Box – Lavender Lemon Scones – a recipe so simple, you’ll want to make it every weekend! This season’s Literary Baking Adventure brings you the bright, floral…
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The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davis | Book Review
The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davis is a book about books, which should be a genre in and of itself. I would describe it as a historical fiction romantic mystery. The novel follows Ashlyn Greer, a rare-book dealer, who is a “book medium” of sorts. She can feel the echoes of the books’…
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Fluffy Muffin Expert Tips: The Secret to Bakery-Style Muffins at Home
Muffins should be fluffy, not heavy! But getting the perfect texture isn’t just about ingredients—it’s about technique! I’ve made countless batches and I’m here to give you all my fluffy muffin expert tips. Get ready to bake muffins that are soft, airy, and absolutely irresistible! If you’ve ever bitten into a bakery muffin and wondered,…
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My Rose Masala Chai Drink: A Fragrant, Spicy Sip of Comfort
My special rose masala chai is the perfect cozy drink. It’s bold, spicy, and has a sweet, floral twist thanks to rose petals. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time you want to sip on something special. I recently discovered my new favorite chai company and I can’t wait to share it with you! I…
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The Role of Flour in Baking & How to Choose the Right One
Every aspiring baker needs to understand the role of flour in baking. Not all flours are the same, and knowing their differences is important for really making amazing baked goods. I think choosing the right flour can really take your baking to the next level. So let’s look at flour’s role in baking so you…
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Best Fiction Books 2025: 15 Novels You Can’t Miss
Whenever a new year rolls around, I’m already thinking about what books to suggest to my book club. It’s the perfect time to make your TBR lists for the year! To share that love with you, I’ve put together this list of the best fiction books of 2025. 15 Best New Fiction Books I Can’t…
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How to Make Choux Pastry: Easy Recipe for Beginners
I love making choux pastry. This classic French pastry dough is used in some of the most elegant desserts out there—think éclairs, profiteroles, and cream puffs! I must have made thousands of them in my time working as a pastry chef and at home. I still remember the first time I tried making it—I was…
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Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake – A Spring Dessert Favorite
Today I’m introducing my Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake recipe. After baking hundreds of cheesecakes over the years, I’d say I’ve learned a thing or two about getting them just right. I made this one for a birthday party recently, and the entire thing was gone within minutes! The best part? It’s such an easy cheesecake recipe,…
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How to Hold a Piping Bag: Useful Tips to Know
Learning how to hold a piping bag properly is super important for anyone who loves baking. Piping bags make decorating easier, neater, and more fun. They help you create perfect swirls, clean borders, and even delicate lettering. While working as a pastry chef, I used a piping bag often for decorating cupcakes, frosting layer cakes,…
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The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley | Book Review
The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley is a best-selling mystery novel by the author of The Guest List. Jess, an English bartender who’s down on her luck, quits her abusive job goes to Paris. She needs to clear her head and plans to visit her brother, Ben. Only when she gets there, he is nowhere…
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How to Quenelle Like a Pastry Chef: Step-by-Step Guide
You really should know how to quenelle! It’s an essential skill for aspiring pastry chefs, and it really adds that elegant touch to your desserts—like my individual sticky toffee puddings. A quenelle is a smooth, oval shape made by scooping slightly-softened ice cream, whipped cream, or even mashed potatoes! It’s a much more professional alternative…
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