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Aug 24

Alsatian Apple Tart (Classic French Tart Aux Pommes)

Alsatian Apple Tart Flatlay

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...

Aug 13

Summer Berry Ricotta Tart

Ricotta Tart Flatlay

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...

Jun 30

{Review}: Pots & Co’s Lava Cakes

Pots and Co Lava Cakes Flatlay

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...

Jun 11

Strawberry Lemon Curd Tart

Strawberry Lemon Curd Tart Flatlay

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...

May 8

Lemon Verbena Cake

Lemon Verbena Cake Flatlay

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...

Apr 23

Bacon and Spinach Quiche

Bacon Spinach Quiche flatlay

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...

Apr 9

Classic French Yogurt Cake

French Yogurt Cake Flatlay

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...

Apr 1

Parmesan Chive Scones

Parmesan Chive Scones Top

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...

Mar 27

Swedish Visiting Cake

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...

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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. More about pastrygirl

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