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Sep 21

{Napa}: Trefethen Vineyards Anniversary Tasting

Trefethen SIN Rose

I'm so happy to share details from my day in Napa at the Trefethen Vineyards Anniversary Tasting. I know we're just a day away from fall, but here … Read More...

Sep 12

Fruit Jam and Almond Tart

Nectarine Jam Tarts Flatlay

Nothing like a fruit jam and almond tart to celebrate fall. We're full on in stone fruit season, and it's a constant struggle between using all the … Read More...

Aug 22

French Blueberry Lemon Curd Tarts

Blueberry Lemon Tart Flatlay

Hope you have been enjoying your summer! This French blueberry lemon curd tart is an updated version of one of my favorite tart combos: buttery … Read More...

Aug 18

Eat Drink SF 2018 Is Almost Here!

EatDrinkSF2017

It's almost time for one of the best food and drink events in San Francisco - Eat Drink SF 2018 starts this Friday August 24 and runs until August 26. … Read More...

Jul 30

{Sacramento} Park Winters Summerland

Park Winters Floral

Park Winters perfectly captures the ideal of simple country luxury. This magical bed and breakfast and estate is a hidden paradise in the farmlands of … Read More...

Jul 9

{San Francisco} Farmshop Marin Restaurant

Farm Shop Interior

Farmshop Marin is a most delicious enticement to make your way north of San Francisco more frequently. This restaurant in Marin County Mart presents … Read More...

Jun 25

Strawberry Vanilla Chamomile Tart

Strawberry Vanilla Tart Angle Flatlay

Happy summer! This strawberry vanilla chamomile tart is a perfect welcome to the season. Although as a grownup I sadly don't get the whole summer off, … Read More...

May 31

{San Mateo}: Wursthall Restaurant and Bierhaus

Wursthall Flatlay

If you're a fan of J.Kenji Lopez-Alt - as I imagine anyone with an interest in food and the science of cooking would be - it's very exciting news to … Read More...

Mar 14

Superhero Girl Cupcakes

Superhero Girls Cupcakes flatlay

Superhero girl cupcakes for my superhero girl's 5th birthday. Although Isabelle's birthday was in January, we were still on vacation in Hong Kong we … 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, daughter, and dog Max. More about pastrygirl

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