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Maraschino Cherry Ice Cream: A Sweet Childhood Treat
My Maraschino Cherry Ice Cream is sure to take you back to your childhood! It’s a creamy combo of nostalgic flavors: maraschino cherries and vanilla ice cream. I’ve made this ice cream recipe many times, tweaking it each time to get the best balance of flavors and creaminess. After lots of trial and error, I’ve…
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The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune | Book Review
My Rating for The House in the Cerulean Sea Genre: Fantasy; Length: 396 pages The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune gets 4 stars for its heartwarming story of chosen family set against the whimsical backdrop of a magical orphanage. Interestingly, I picked this book up at my local Barnes & Noble from…
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It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover | Book Review
It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover is the second book in the It Ends with Us series. This sequel was brought to you by booktok! Colleen Hoover wrote in the acknowledgments that she intended It Ends with Us to be a standalone book. But with the overwhelming response and requests from TikTok, she decided…
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Light and Creamy Cherry Chocolate Cake Recipe
My Cherry Chocolate Cake is a fresh twist on a classic—perfect for summer. It combines chocolate cake, cherries, and whipped cream in a light but satisfying way. It’s my take on the classic Black Forest Cake. Through careful refinement, I’ve made it lighter and more manageable for beginner bakers. Why This is the Best Chocolate…
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Honeybush Tea
Have you ever heard of honeybush tea? I know many people haven’t and it’s a shame, because it’s so tasty and unique. I tried two varieties of honeybush tea blends from Adagio Teas: the Honeybush Apricot and Honeybush Hazelnut. They both turned out mild, nutty, and slightly sweet. I like the apricot one better, since…
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Pistachio Apricot Cake – Easy and Impressive
This Pistachio Apricot Cake is perfect for new bakers looking to impress. Adapted from a beloved cookbook, I’ve simplified the steps so anyone can succeed. My recipe uses budget-friendly ingredients with my own special touch. It’s easy on the wallet and sure to delight everyone who tries it! What Makes This the Best Pistachio Cake…
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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus | Book Review
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus takes us back to the 1960’s, where Chemist, Elizabeth Zott, struggles to gain respect, be taken seriously, and generally do her work and get credit for it at her all-male research institute. Those of us who work in male-dominated fields are already tired. We know the struggle all too…
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It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover | Book Review
My Rating for It Ends with Us When a book is this intense by the time you read the dedication, you can just imagine was the rest of the book will be like. For my father, who tried his very best not to be his worst. And for my mother, who made sure we never…
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Raspberry Charlotte Cake with Summer Berries
Try some adorable French-style baking with this Raspberry Charlotte Cake with Summer Berries. My unique American twist and easy steps make it the perfect recipe for beginner bakers. Why You’ll Love This Charlotte Cake Recipe What is a Charlotte Russe? A Charlotte Russe is a chilled dessert made with Bavarian cream (Bavarois) and fruit. Sometimes,…
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The Chemistry of Baking
Inspired by Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus The chemistry of baking is important for any baker to understand. Elizabethe Zott was no stranger to that in Bonnie Garmus’ popular novel, Lessons in Chemistry. Although I found the book a bit trite, learning the chemistry behind baking is pretty interesting, and can actually help you…
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