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MY NEW LIFE: Six Years Later
It’s been six years since I last heard my husband’s infectious laugh, was the recipient of his dazzling smile, and inhaled the scent of his cologne. Six years since our last walk together, stopping at the Tim Horton’s, where we’d get lost in conversation and laughter. Six years since I’d curl up on the couch…
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Always leave room for dessert.
Looking for a deliciously layered dessert with an irresistible combination of cake, cream, and fruit, that will end any meal on a high note? Then the following recipe is for you. Trifle Parfait Ingredients: 5 oz. milk1/2 oz heavy cream4 TBSP white sugar6 large egg yolks, whisked1 vanilla pod, split and seeds removed (or 2…
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Culinary short-cuts and Cooking Tips
One of the things that I love about cooking, besides the enjoyment of rocking to some tunes as I mix, stir and experiment and enjoy feeding family, friends and sharing recipes on this blog, is that with each cook I discover new things that not only unleash flavour bombs, but can also save time. I’m…
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Sweet Italian Easter Bread
Spring and Easter is a time when daffodils and tulips start to peek through the ground, as we embrace and joyfully celebrate a new season with hope, peace, and for us to anticipater and enjoy chocolate and baking treats. The following recipe for Sweet Italian Easter bread will delve into the delightful worlf of a…
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Growing up Italian
From learning to talk with our hands before we took our first step to mastering the art of twirling a forkful of spaghetti without splattering sauce on our Sunday best, I’m sharing a few of the rich tapestries that shape our culture, traditions, and some of the quirks and joys of being part of a…
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Storm Soup
Do snow blizzards and ice storms have you craving for comforting and tasty eats? Then you’ve made a pit stop at the right place. Channel your inner Italian soup-making magic and whip up a big pot of minestrone. With no set recipe, this versatile soup can be made with any meats, vegetables, herbs, or spices…
Selena Robins, Author
Love, Laughter & Happily Ever After.
Selena Robins, Author 