Franzbrötchen are delightful German pastry that are a sort of cross between croissant and cinnamon roll, a mix of flaky, chewy, crisp, and rich at the same time. I’d never heard of them until recently and now I’m making up for lost time by trying to make them myself! French laminated dough used for croissants, […]...
Fruit Jam and Almond Tart
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 fruit from the market to try out new recipes, and just eating the fruit straight. Now that Isabelle’s officially a kindergartner, I don’t have the time for elaborate […]...
Hong Kong: New Takes on Old Favorites
One of my favorite things about Hong Kong is that it never stops changing. Its restless energy vibrates throughout the city an unceasing hum of roaring trains, flickering neon, and ardent conversations, leaving gleaming new skyscrapers, restaurants, and amusements in its glittering wake. While I love re-visiting old favorites, I also love making new discoveries, […]...
Happy Summer: Berry Tart with Cheesecake Pastry Cream
{Sweet San Francisco}: Choux Bakery
Schedule Happy weekend! Time for another sweet recommendation in San Francisco. The current golden age for bakeries in the town shows no signs of ending, to my sweet tooth’s delight. My latest discovery is this very small, but very sweet little shop dedicated to one of my favorite French pastries, the cream puff....
Chinese Sugar Egg Puffs (Sai Yong): Easiest Donuts Ever
It’s been a non-stop parade of celebrations these couple of weeks. First Valentine’s Day, then Isabelle turned 25 months (I know, once babies turn 2 you don’t really do the month thing anymore, but it’s still a milestone), we celebrated 4 years since we adopted Snickers (I need to do a post on that […]...
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. 
