Angel Food Cakes originated in the United States during the mid 1800’s, where it is a matter of debate – Missouri or Pennsylvania. Who doesn’t love Angel Food Cake with strawberries and whipped cream or ice cream? Growing up, it was one of the first…

Spago has a front row seat at the Bellagio Hotel overlooking the Bellagio Fountains. Sometimes we have been lucky enough to sit outside, listen to the Fountain music and feel the mist; other times we were not so lucky.

Fresh Figs are a true delight, so when you see them buy a few. They are very seasonal, don’t travel well and are ripe for only a few weeks. English Potted Blue Cheese is usually a very strong cheese, and a little goes a long…

Clotted Cream is a very thick cream with a long history in the counties of Devon and Cornwall, England. Traditionally, it is a topping for baked goods, and in our house, it is a big deal topping for Canned Peaches and fresh fruit. It can…

Socca is an unleavened pancake or crepe made of chickpea flour. It has crisp brown edges, and is typically cooked in wood ovens, but a cast-iron skillet works just as well. Socca is typical of the North-West Mediterranean Coast. In France it is called Socca,…

This recipe for Canned Peaches from Gramma Gail is a memory from our collective childhoods. Passed down from one generation to the next, made with the freshest peaches from British Columbia that you can find. You must taste at least one juicy, ripe peach first…

Flourless Chocolate Cake is very rich. This decadently rich cake will easily serve 12 or even 24 small slices! Fresh fruit and whipped cream or ice cream is the only garnish needed.

We love these special little cupcakes for bigger deal occasions! And who doesn’t love Cheesecake with fresh berries and some kind of whipped cream?

Oreo Cookies are delicious little treats, Gluten and Gluten Free. Perfect for dessert after busy summer days, filled with any kind of ice cream or gelato you prefer. Just start them earlier in the day!

Summer screams for ice cream……….and what’s better than a full house and an Ice Cream Sandwich! Chapman’s Ice Cream is Peanut and Gluten Free. So easy to make at home.