Chocolate Pecan Tart
This showstopping chocolate pecan tart with a rattan-like decorative pattern is my pick for Thanksgiving dessert this year. It's one of the many … Read More...
Cranberry Curd and Speculoos Tart
This cranberry curd and speculoos tart is just one of the jaw-droppingly gorgeous creations from Lauren Ko's Pieometry, her wonderful new cookbook … Read More...
Garlic Cheesy Monkey Bread
I first made this Garlic Cheesy Monkey Bread from Joanne Chang's Pastry Love earlier this year when we started shelter in place and I was in serious … Read More...
French Silk Tart
This French silk tart is a sleek, minimalist version of the classic French silk pie that captures all of the indulgence. French silk pie was one of my … Read More...
Alsatian Apple Tart (Classic French Tart Aux Pommes)
Some may dream of apple pie come fall, but I dream of apple tarts - specifically, right now, this Alsatian apple tart, a true classic of French … Read More...
Summer Berry Ricotta Tart
This summer berry ricotta tart is the perfect mid-to-late summer dessert: refreshingly simple, minimal baking time in a hot kitchen, and so delicious. … Read More...
{Review}: Pots & Co’s Lava Cakes
Usually I have so many sweets I've made sitting around the house, that it's hard to justify buying more from the store, but I'm making an enthusiastic … Read More...
Strawberry Lemon Curd Tart
This strawberry lemon curd tart is as refreshing as a glass of strawberry lemonade in this warm summer weather. When this time of year comes around, … Read More...
Lemon Verbena Cake
This beautiful lemon verbena cake is the essence of spring and one of my go-to teatimes cakes. It's based off an Ina Garten recipe that I made for the … 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. 
