Black Tea Blondies

Where’s the hottest place you’ve ever spent a summer? For me, it’s Arizona. I recently moved here and just experienced my first 118-degree day. Yep, that’s hot enough to cook an egg on the sidewalk, and way too hot to turn on the oven. During this same record-hot week, I received samples of the most…

Matcha Blackberry Muffin Cakes

The ease of a muffin and the beauty of a cake? I’m in! Plus, these handheld treats are perfect for pandemic times; everyone gets their own, with no sharing of utensils and serving dishes necessary. You essentially mix and bake these mini cakes like muffins, then turn them over and glaze them upside down to…

Rosemary-Infused Olive Oil & Roasted Potatoes

Not many plants survive the summer on my west-facing, desert sun-loving urban condominium deck. Every year, I experiment with new potted plants and herbs, and I’ve only found a few that can take the scorching heat. Rosemary is one plant that survived this year, and it was still thriving late into October. Still, my rosemary…