Dark Mocha Avocado Brownies
Puzzled by the title? “Dark Mocha Avocado Brownies”? Seriously, what kind of dessert is this? The avocado may be something that would sound intriguing, but then again…. avocado in a dessert? […]
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BenGusto Disasters: Honey Chew Things
When you create a lot of your own recipes, and try and tweak certain ingredient ratios in the kitchen, you can more often than not have a result sub-par. And […]
Dark & Decadent Chocolate Bundt Cake
Every so often, you will come across a poor soul who claims he does not like chocolate. That’s when you turn to him, make a facial expression as if seeing […]
White Chocolate and Cherry Truffles
These white pockets of heavenly glory are filled with my Nonna’s homemade Italian cherry marmalade, which is a jam full of love. Those who cook with true passion always seem to bring […]
Peppermint Bark Truffles
What makes these festive truffles so much better than actual peppermint bark? It could be the creamy dark-chocolate center. Or the fact that it’s not bark, but a ball. Or […]
Behind the Scenes: The Secrets to Italian Gelato
The other day, I was strolling through the main street of Alba (a town in Piemonte, Italy) with my parents and nonni (grandparents) when I stopped in front of our all-time-favorite gelateria and […]