We’re enjoying beautiful summer weather here in Chicago. There have been a few hot days, but each one has been followed by a pleasantly cooler one. We’re definitely being spoiled, but I’m intent on enjoying this beautiful weather while it lasts. That means spending as much time as possible outside with friends and family. Summer… READ MORE
Tasty Fruit and Wine Sorbet
If you’re on Facebook or ever visit Buzzfeed, you’ve probably heard of Tasty. Tasty is a section of Buzzfeed that publishes (in their words) “snack-sized videos and recipes you’ll want to try.” In my experience, that description is right on point. Every time a Tasty recipe pops up in my Facebook feed, I’m tempted to… READ MORE
Easter Bunny Marshmallows
Peeps get a lot of attention this time of year. I get it. They’re cute and tasty. But maybe it’s time they share the spotlight. This year, we say it’s all about these cute Easter Bunny Marshmallows. Once you make them, you’ll be pushing Peeps to the side, too! As you can probably tell, we… READ MORE
How to make Easter candy bark
Can you believe Easter is next weekend? Wasn’t Valentine’s Day just a few days ago? Time is flying! While I wish I could press pause and slow time down a little, I am extremely excited that spring has sprung. Longer days, warmer breezes and sunshine are here! And do you know what else is here?… READ MORE
National Cocoa Day
Hello, everyone! Christmas is just around the corner, but it feels more like April here in Chicago. I can’t believe Christmas is next week! We Chicagoans are used to cold weather—we spent the past two winters in sub zero temperatures!—so this year’s weather has been quite strange. It was nearly 60 degrees yesterday! But whatever… READ MORE
Hot Chocolate Run and Recipe
Hello, everyone! As you regular readers know, we love sweets here at Party Patisserie. As far as we’re concerned, dessert is its own food group. But the king of all the desserts, of course, is chocolate. Chocolate cake, chocolate chip cookies, chocolate frosting on a spoon—we’ll eat it all! The one downside of chocolate, though,… READ MORE
Kabobs on the grill for Labor Day
Labor Day weekend is almost here. I can barely believe it! Where has summer gone?? Because I’m in denial that summer is over, I’ve been trying to do as many summery things as possible lately. I’ve been wearing white, playing tennis, eating ice cream, drinking frosty drinks, going to the drive in and spending as… READ MORE
Little Lemonade Bundt Cakes
Hello, everyone! I’m back in the kitchen having some fun! We have been enjoying very hot weather these days, and nothing sounds better than lemonade. Well, in this case, lemonade bundts. I used fresh lemons in the cake and frosting, and, well, eating these cakes is like drinking fresh lemonade! If you love lemons, this… READ MORE
Chocolate Chip Cookies Cake
Happy Friday everyone! Sorry I’ve been a little absent around here lately. I’ve been super busy in the Party Patisserie shop with it being graduation time and all. I feel so blessed that I love what I do! Well, today I’m happy to be back here with you and thought I’d share a fun find…. READ MORE
Happy National Chocolate Chip Day
I think chocolate should be a food group. I’m always in the mood for chocolate. Scratch that. I’m always craving chocolate. That’s why National Chocolate Chip Day may be one of the best food holidays of the year. Chocolate chips may be little, but they’re mighty. (And when you desperately need a chocolate fix, a… READ MORE
