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...
Bacon and Spinach Quiche
This simple bacon and spinach quiche is absolutely one of my favorite comfort meals, and also a dish that looks complicated but it much easier than it … Read More...
Classic French Yogurt Cake
This classic French yogurt cake is the epitome of "recipes to have in your back pocket". I'm still on a comfort food and kid friendly baking spree, so … Read More...
Parmesan Chive Scones
These parmesan chive scones from Pastry Love by Joanne Chang are my perfect savory scone. While I have a pile of sweet recipes to try, sometimes I … Read More...
Swedish Visiting Cake
This Swedish Visiting Cake by Dorie Greenspan is one of the first things I wanted to make when thinking of comfort baking. It's been a staple in my … 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. 
