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Beet-Dyed Mustard Ranch Deviled Eggs

Vegetarian

Bright pink beet-dyed mustard ranch deviled eggs are stunning and easy to make. They are the perfect way to use up hard boiled eggs and they make a great appetizer.
How to Make Beet-Dyed deviled eggs with recipe for mustard ranch deviled eggs

I’ve never needed an excuse to get friends together for a celebration. Especially with blogging, I’m always wrangling girlfriends together for some hair-brained scheme, whether I need hand models or people to pose in front of a photo booth.

A while ago I hosted a confetti party. There were two reasons for the party – one, I finished a rough stretch at work with mostly night shifts, meaning I had basically dropped off the planet. I wanted to get everyone together to reconnect over drinks and snacks. Plus, I needed a party spread to highlight the balloon party centerpiece DIY I was working on for Martha Stewart. Why go to all of the trouble of making the decorations, recipes, and libations for a photoshoot if you can’t have people around to share them?… Read More »

April 25, 2022  •  Filed Under: Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, Gluten Free Recipes, Party Recipe Ideas, Recipes, Side Dishes, Snacks 17 Comments

Perfectly Moist Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

The BEST perfectly moist carrot cake recipe. It’s perfectly spiced, perfectly sweet and so delicious! So good, I made it for my wedding!

BEST Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe with Pineapple

I don’t think I’ve mentioned this on the blog before, but baked my own wedding cake. Is that crazy? If it is, then I should also mention that made a full dessert table – full of my own dessert creations.

The crown jewel of the dessert table was a two-tiered wedding cake. The larger tier was this incredible carrot cake. It’s my favorite cake in the whole world – and my husband’s too!

Read on for the best carrot cake recipe decorated with beautiful candied carrot curls…

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March 20, 2022  •  Filed Under: Cakes & Cupcakes, Desserts, Holiday Recipes, Recipes 5 Comments

Authentic Italian Tiramisu Recipe

The BEST authentic Italian tiramisu recipe made even more fun with individual servings. Make it the night before for a great party recipe!

Authentic Tiramisu Recipe - Italian Dessert with Individual Servings

I have such a treat for you today! This recipe for an authentic tiramisu will absolutely knock your socks off. It’s probably even better than the tiramisu at your favorite Italian restaurant. It’s just a bit boozy, with a rich coffee flavor and the creaminess of mascarpone cheese…. Read More »

March 14, 2022  •  Filed Under: California, Desserts, Party Recipe Ideas, Recipes, San Francisco 4 Comments

Chickpea Cauliflower Tacos with Lime Crema

VegetarianVegan

Chickpea cauliflower tacos are healthy, easy to make and packed with flavor. Vegetarian, gluten free and brightly colored, they will look stunning on your dinner table.

Easy dinner recipe idea - garbanzo bean cauliflower tacosThese vegetarian chickpea cauliflower tacos are a recipe that caught my eye on Pinterest because of their gorgeous bright colors. It’s also one of those meals that became an instant go-to dinner recipe. We made twice in one week after one batch just wasn’t enough for Pat and I!

In addition to being beautiful and delicious, these tacos are also gluten free, vegetarian, and without the lime crema – vegan! With the healthy protein of the garbanzo beans and the good fat from avocados, I promise you won’t even miss the meat…. Read More »

April 18, 2021  •  Filed Under: Gluten Free Recipes, Main Dishes, Party Recipe Ideas, Recipes, Summer Treats, Vegan Recipes 8 Comments

Valentine’s Candy Bark with White Chocolate

Gluten FreeVegetarian

Valentine’s Candy Bark with White Chocolate is equally festive and delicious. It’s easy to make and is a great Valentine’s party recipe.

Valentine's Candy Bark recipe with White Chocolate and Sprinkles

I’ve had Valentine’s candy on the brain in a big way lately.

Picking out the perfect candy for this Valentine’s bark recipe, I felt like I was three years old again. Rows and rows of heart-shaped candy with more shades of pink than a crayon box. Heaven. It’s the most wonderful time of the year for my sweet tooth…. Read More »

January 30, 2021  •  Filed Under: Cookies, Desserts, Holiday Recipes, Party Recipe Ideas, Recipes, Snacks 10 Comments

Red, White, Blue Dessert for July 4th & Labor Day

America! Celebrate with this easy red, white, and blue dessert recipe – a vanilla bundt cake topped with buttercream frosting & fresh berries.

Red, White, Blue Berry Cake Recipe for 4th July

Easy 4th of July Dessert

I’m putting a patriotic twist on my favorite bundt cake recipe today by adding fresh berries! Summer means berries are in peak season, which is even more reason to put them on a cake. 

Read on for this fun 4th of July cake or Jump to the Recipe…

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September 5, 2020  •  Filed Under: Cakes & Cupcakes, Desserts, Holiday Recipes, Party Recipe Ideas, Recipes, Summer Treats No Comments

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Hi! I’m Kelly. I live in San Francisco with my husband, Pat, and our puppy, Maddie. Here you’ll find recipes, DIYs, style, travel & a glimpse into our adventures. To learn a little more about me, Click Here.

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