Claire

Heirloom Delight: A Classic Pinoy Dessert for All Seasons There’s something unmistakably heartwarming about a traditional pinoy dessert. It brings to mind lazy afternoons, festive gatherings, and kitchen aromas filled with coconut, sweet banana, and sticky rice. One of the most cherished dishes in Filipino households is ginataang halo-halo—a coconut milk-based sweet soup that’s a … Read more

Authentic Spanish Desserts: Seasonal Favorites You Can Make at Home There’s something magical about authentic Spanish desserts—their comforting flavors, regional variations, and cultural richness are simply irresistible. I remember spending summers in my grandmother’s Andalusian kitchen, where the scent of cinnamon, citrus zest, and caramelized sugar filled the air. Whether you’re looking for a light … Read more

Pastry Spanish Fusion: A Sweet Treat for Every Season There’s something magical about pastries—the warm, flaky layers, the comforting sweetness, and the way they bring people together. This pastry Spanish recipe captures that magic while fusing bold Spanish flavors with classic American pastry style. Whether you’re baking for a sunny summer brunch or a cozy … Read more

A Taste of Heritage: Greek Pastries with an American Twist When I think about pastries, I’m instantly transported to my grandmother’s kitchen, where warm, flaky treats cooled on a wooden rack, the scent of honey and spice lingering in the air. Although my roots are deeply Italian, one summer in college I traveled to a … Read more

Greek Yogurt Dessert: A Creamy Treat for Every Season When it comes to indulging in something sweet without the guilt, a Greek yogurt dessert is my go-to option. Growing up, we always had tubs of yogurt in the fridge — but it wasn’t until I started experimenting in my own kitchen that I discovered how … Read more

Leafy Korean Dessert Cafe Delight: A Seasonal Treat to Savor All Year Round A Culinary Story Inspired by Café Culture Growing up, desserts were always sacred in our home. But it wasn’t until I visited a leafy Korean dessert cafe in Los Angeles that I discovered a whole new world of flavor—where matcha mousse meets … Read more

Green Tea Mochi Recipe: Soft, Chewy, and Absolutely Irresistible There’s nothing quite like the soft, stretchy bite of green tea mochi. For me, this chewy delight brings back the joyful messiness of making sweets with my grandmother—her kitchen filled with the earthy aroma of matcha, laughter, and sticky hands. This green tea mochi recipe is … Read more

Mochi Glass: A Shimmering Dessert Revolution for All Seasons From My Kitchen to Yours I’ll never forget the first time I encountered mochi glass. Wandering through a vibrant food fair in Los Angeles, a tiny stall was showcasing what looked like edible gemstones. These glossy, translucent squares shimmered under the California sun. I tasted one, … Read more

Traditional Mexican Dessert Recipes: A Sweet Journey Through Culture There’s something magical about the scent of cinnamon, vanilla, and piloncillo wafting through the kitchen — it instantly takes me back to my grandmother’s kitchen in Guadalajara. Every Sunday after church, she would craft the most delightful traditional Mexican dessert recipes. Whether it was a hot … Read more