It’s been a tough, tough week. So tough I had to put off finishing this post for a few days. But while it’s important an necessary to grieve for dreams lost, it’s also necessary to pick yourself up and move forward. Not to wallow in despair but to pull ourselves and those around us up, […]...
Banana Cake with Passionfruit Caramel and Coconut Meringue
I’m all about soft, mushy foods these days; funny how a baby starting to eat solids will change your grocery shopping habits. Isabelle is a little foodie-in-the-making: although at eight months she’s still got no teeth (I’m sure the moment I write this there will be one popping out) it hasn’t stopped her from taking […]...
Another Year, Another Birthday: Mango Passion Fruit Cake
A Red Egg and Ginger (Dessert) Party
Success! Last weekend we threw a red egg and ginger party for Isabelle! This is a Chinese tradition where the new baby is officially introduced to relatives and family friends, and the baby’s name is revealed. Historically the red egg and ginger party was held when the baby was one month old, as high infant […]...
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. 
