Field Guide to Candy is Out! Win a Copy of Your Own!
Two years ago, one of my long-cherished goals suddenly blossomed into reality: I was offered the chance to write a cookbook. A great deal of testing, … Read More...
Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall: Peach Brown Sugar Ice Cream with Hazelnut Sugar Cookies
I am so glad that I was able to make it to BlogHer Food! The prospect of meeting friends I'd made through the food blogosphere, virtually in … Read More...
Return from Hong Kong: Family, Food, and a Really Good Tart
Hello dear readers, I'm back from Hong Kong! I apologize that this won't be as comprehensive a travelogue as some of my other … Read More...
Apple, Pecan, and Cinnamon Crumble Bars
Thanks to all my readers for your well-wishes - it's been a hectic, topsy-turvy couple of weeks but we are starting to get settled into our new home … Read More...
Roasted Pluot Phyllo Tarts and a Farewell to My Kitchen
Want to know what the highlight of my last week was? Here's a clue: Yes, that's me standing next to my brand-new stove in my brand-new place. … Read More...
Chai Cupcakes, Two Ways
When I worked at this chocolate cafe, we in the pastry kitchen were responsible for baking up all sorts of chocolate-intensive treats, as well as … Read More...
Green Tea Cheesecake
Apologies for not getting this post up by the end of last week, but I have two exciting updates on what's been going on in my life. The first is … Read More...
Key Lime Meringue Tarts
You know what I just realized? I don't think I've ever done a post on pie crust! Not that I have anything against pies - one of my most vivid … Read More...
Making the Most of Mistakes: Strawberry, Rose, and Coconut Sorbet Sandwiches
Ok, I have a confession to make. Actually, two. Remember when I made these mango coconut verrines a few weeks ago? Well, they were supposed to have … 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. 
