Return to the Kitchen

I'm back! Thank you ALL for your well-wishes and congratulations - they meant so much to me. Whether you're a long time reader, or just someone who … Read More...
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I'm back! Thank you ALL for your well-wishes and congratulations - they meant so much to me. Whether you're a long time reader, or just someone who … Read More...

Dear readers,This is it...two days from now I'll be walking down the aisle, and I'll officially become Mrs. Pastrygirl. Or I suppose you can … Read More...

Organizing the the San Francisco Food Bloggers' Bake Sale was not only hugely fun, but also made me (and all the other participants) feel good … Read More...

There is a quote, "Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday." Kind of puts all the late-night existential fretting in perspective, doesn't … Read More...

Ok, a couple weeks late, but I wanted to do a recap of my visit to the land of strawberries - or, at least, the next best place - Cassin … Read More...

Besides creating the Great American Bake Sale (the San Francisco Food Bloggers' Bake Sale I just organized was part of this nationwide … Read More...

Wow, what a weekend! The San Francisco Bloggers' Bake Sale in support of Share Our Strength raised $1650! Gaby, the national organizer, has reported … Read More...

I know, where have I been? Preparing for the first San Francisco Food Bloggers' Bake Sale, this Saturday!As a reminder, I and over 25 wonderful … Read More...

Remember the San Francisco Chocolate Salon I attended last year? A gathering of some of best artisan chocolatiers from near and far, and all 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. More about pastrygirl