Happy Summer: Berry Tart with Cheesecake Pastry Cream
Happy almost summer! I took my summer vacation a little early and just got back from a gorgeous week-long cruise to Alaska. I can't wait to share with … Read More...
{SF}: Hyatt Centric San Francisco and Where to Go (And Eat) Nearby
I was invited to a media event at the Hyatt Centric to preview their new amenities. I was not paid for this post and all opinions are my own. When … Read More...
Rose Meringues for a Simple Spring Dessert
I know...with all the pink and red it almost looks like a Valentine's Day post. Well, when you have two people in the house who claim pink as their … Read More...
Happy Birthday to Me: Strawberry Pink Velvet Cake
This is a big post, and it's a big birthday for me. Last week I turned 40. (I actually made this cake in time for my birthday, I've just gotten to … Read More...
{Peninsula}: Sofitel Bay 223 Restaurant
San Francisco is well known as a culinary destination, but there are plenty of gems spread throughout the rest of the Bay Area. I recently found one … Read More...
{San Francisco}: Meals on Wheels Gala 2016
San Francisco is home to so many fantastic food events, and a couple weeks ago I got to attend one of the biggest ones of all: the 29th Meals on … Read More...
Minnie Mouse Cupcakes For A 3rd Birthday Party
One of the best reasons for having a kid: an excuse to make adorable Minnie Mouse cupcakes for a Minnie Mouse birthday party. I probably wouldn't have … Read More...
Alice Medrich’s Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Happy Easter! I took opportunity of the occasion to try out another recipe from one of my current bookshelf must-haves, Alice Medrich's Flavor Flours. … Read More...
{Sweet San Francisco}: Hearth Coffee
San Francisco is full of unexpected and pleasurable pastry discoveries lately. I made a recent visit to the Castro and discovered a new place that … Read More...
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. 
