{SF} Cassava San Francisco: The Perfect Neighborhood Restaurant
Cassava San Francisco calls itself a neighborhood restaurant, a humble description for this little gem in the Outer Richmond district of San … Read More...
Autumn Pumpkin Tart
This autumn pumpkin tart is a sleek take on pumpkin pie and perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and your holiday table. So after I mentioned in my … Read More...
Fig and Honey Cake with Creme Fraiche Whipped Cream
This fig and honey cake is my official farewell to fig season. I know, I'm late, it's already October and I should be moving on to pumpkin everything. … Read More...
{San Jose} Ozumo Santana Row Brunch
Ozumo Santana Row brunch is the most fun I've had at brunch recently. I've been to Ozumo in San Francisco a few times for their classic Japanese menu, … Read More...
{Napa}: Trefethen Vineyards Anniversary Tasting
I'm so happy to share details from my day in Napa at the Trefethen Vineyards Anniversary Tasting. I know we're just a day away from fall, but here … Read More...
Fruit Jam and Almond Tart
Nothing like a fruit jam and almond tart to celebrate fall. We're full on in stone fruit season, and it's a constant struggle between using all the … Read More...
French Blueberry Lemon Curd Tarts
Hope you have been enjoying your summer! This French blueberry lemon curd tart is an updated version of one of my favorite tart combos: buttery … Read More...
Eat Drink SF 2018 Is Almost Here!
It's almost time for one of the best food and drink events in San Francisco - Eat Drink SF 2018 starts this Friday August 24 and runs until August 26. … Read More...
{Sacramento} Park Winters Summerland
Park Winters perfectly captures the ideal of simple country luxury. This magical bed and breakfast and estate is a hidden paradise in the farmlands of … 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, baby girl, and rescue cockapoo Snickerdoodle. 
