Thanks to all my readers for your well-wishes – it’s been a hectic, topsy-turvy couple of weeks but we are starting to get settled into our new home and we love it! It’s no surprise, is it, that the first area to get organized was the kitchen? This is going to be a mini-digest of […]...
Roasted Pluot Phyllo Tarts and a Farewell to My Kitchen
Want to know what the highlight of my last week was? Here’s a clue: Yes, that’s me standing next to my brand-new stove in my brand-new place. Excuse the ridiculous glare from the flash of the little handheld camera we brought to document any issues in the home walkthrough (fortunately, none). Needless to say, I’m […]...
Chai Cupcakes, Two Ways
When I worked at this chocolate cafe, we in the pastry kitchen were responsible for baking up all sorts of chocolate-intensive treats, as well as making the chocolate drinks that were the specialty of the house. From classic hot chocolate to mochas to bicerins, we made the mixes for the drinks in the kitchen, and […]...
Green Tea Cheesecake
Key Lime Meringue Tarts
You know what I just realized? I don't think I've ever done a post on pie crust! Not that I have anything against pies – one of my most vivid memories of childhood summers was my mom bringing home fresh strawberry pies from the local bakery – but I'm afraid the French pastry-centric schooling I […]...
Making the Most of Mistakes: Strawberry, Rose, and Coconut Sorbet Sandwiches
Ok, I have a confession to make. Actually, two. Remember when I made these mango coconut verrines a few weeks ago? Well, they were supposed to have these little discs of coconut dacquoise nestled inside the layers as a crunchy surprise. So I made these dacquoise discs a day in advance, and kept them in […]...
Anita Chu, also known as pastrygirl, is a baker, writer, and photographer with a passion for pastry. She trained at Tante Marie's Cooking School and is the author of Field Guide to Cookies, Field Guide to Candy, and Lollipop Love. Anita lives in San Francisco with her husband, daughter, and dog Max. 
