Recipe: Spiced Pumpkin Cake with Dark Chocolate Frosting

  True story: Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday; it’s all about food, friends and family. It’s a time to celebrate the people you’re thankful for and reflect on the things that bring joy to our lives. This year, I’m feeling extra grateful for my family—especially with Baby Owen in our lives now—and friends, […]

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Recipe: Chocolate Zucchini Cake with Chocolate Glaze, Cacao Nibs and Orange Zest

Unlike cooking, bad baking cannot be salvaged with any amount of Tapatio, salt, or lemon juice. I’ve got a few things like chocolate chip cookies and fruit crumbles on lock, but I’m still not quite as sure-footed when it comes to baking. I tend to fuss with baking recipes, tinker with the amount of sugar, and […]

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Happy Birthday, Mer!

Chocolate Crock Pot Cake What better way to honor a crock pot giving sister's birthday than with a chocolate crock pot cake? It's the gift that keeps on giving. I didn't know it was possible and I still don't really understand the science behind this magical dessert. Simply spread the batter on the bottom of […]

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Surprise Birthday Party

What exactly does it mean when you whip up tomatillo salsa, pico de gallo, mole, chocolate cake and chocolate chip cookies all in one evening right in front of your boyfriend, and he doesn't suspect AT ALL that you're throwing him a surprise dinner party??? It just might mean that I cook too much, but […]

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