Tiramisu is one of my all time favorite desserts. I come from an Italian background, so there's no surprise there ;) But because autumn rhymes with pumpkin and cinnamon errything , I decided to add a little twist to my classic recipe. I say classic, but really it's far from it, 'cause for my usual Tiramisu I use cinnamon cookies instead of the traditional ladyfingers. I adore cinnamon just a much as pumpkins. And coffee. So it was a no-brainer, really!
Last Minute Halloween Party Ideas, Food & Costumes
Happy Halloween party lovers! :) I can't quite believe Halloween is here, can you?! And if you find yourself looking for quick, easy and totally last-minute ideas for your Halloween party, costumes or nibbles, then this post is for you! We're rounding up our fav posts from the blog with party ideas you can still pull off TODAY!!
Halloween Vampire Chocolate Bark Recipe
As promised, we've added another cool party recipe video to our YouTube channel this week, and it's a FANG-tastic Halloween Vampire Chocolate Bark !! See what I did there? :p It's a super easy and mega tasty Halloween treat recipe, that's perfect for your parties, sweet tables or vampire themed celebrations! I love that it's also MEGA quick to make and the kids can help too!
Candy Corn Halloween Cocktail | Video Recipe
Happy Friday, party lovers! This week has been intense with thunderstorms and internet issues for us...but at least we're not in the path of tornado Matthew, so we're counting our blessings and sparing thoughts and prayers for those touched by the freak weather.
Crunchy Toffee Caramel Apples Recipe
Toffee apples take me right back to childhood. I remember walking past the sweet stands selling them at carnivals and country fairs, and I always pestered my mom to buy them. I totally favored these over cotton candy every time! And autumn is the perfect time to make these delicious, crunchy toffee apples at home. Forget bobbing for apples, toffee apples is where it's at! ;) Oh, and did I mention it's super easy too? I love them even more now!
How To Make Meringue Toadstools & Mushrooms
Usually I hate it when summer ends, but this year summer has been so intense, that I really welcomed Fall with open arms! Plus, it's another great opportunity to get back in the kitchen and bake some treats, without fear of putting the oven on.
10 Delicious Ways to Cook with Lavender
If you follow me on Instagram or Snapchat , you'd have seen the fab lavender plant growing just outside my studio window. It really thrives in summer, and gathers all the bugs and butterflies around it, which is a pretty sight every time I go in here! Not to mention it smells heavenly, and can be used in sooo many ways around the home, including some popular recipes and cocktails.
Everyone is always on the quest to eat healthier and make balanced foods choices , but between running a business, home duties and taking care of my family, it's not always easy to make these choices happen, let's be honest! So my busy day lunches also have to be:
American Football Surprise Cake
Hey guys! Today I bring you a fun video recipe that will be perfect for the start of NFL season coming up in September! I'm so excited that this year we're really pumping out cool videos for Bird's Party YouTube channel , and if you don't wanna miss a party beat, then I suggest you subscribe stat ;)
Party Food | Brazilian Kibbe Croquettes Appetizer Recipe
On with our Brazilian food week, today I bring you an easy to make savory appetizer that also packs a ton of flavor! Kibbe (also kibe or kibbeh) originally a Middle-Eastern dish brought to Brazil by immigrants, but now it's been thoroughly embedded in Brazilian culture and cuisine, so you always find at parties, bars, restaurants...it's become one of their most popular dishes! And it's a perfect appetizer or snack when you're watching the Olympic Games in Rio this year! ;)
Brazilian Coconut Beijinho Truffle Recipe
The Olympics in Rio has truly kicked off (are you watching the games?), and in homage to the host country, we've embarked on a Brazilian culinary journey here on the blog, to bring you some of Brazil's most popular recipes and dishes! And today we bring you one of their most popular party treats, called beijinho , which in Portuguese means "little kiss". You'll see why when you taste them ;)
Brazilian Lemonade Limeade Recipe
Okay, so the title of the post is ambiguous. On purpose. You'll see what I mean once you watch the recipe video below ;) For now, let's juts say that we're super excited to watch the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games today! My mom lives in Rio, and she says the city is already buzzing with excitement and stunning displays to welcome the crowds!
Lavender & Peach Champagne Cocktail Recipe
If you follow me on Snapchat or Instagram , you'd have seen how beautiful and lush the lavender I have growing around in the studio garden! Every time I go in there, I HAVE to stop and smells the scents in the air! Just dreamy... It's such a generous plant, and to me, synonymous with summer. So much so that I decided to pair it with peaches and incorporate it in a cocktail recipe that celebrates the best this season has to offer!
Recipe | How To Make a Flamingo Drip Cake
If you're on Instagram you probably would have seen that drip cakes are taking over the cake world right now. Well, ever since I've set eyes on them, I've been itching to bake one! So for our flamingo pool party (see photos here) , I decided to get baking. It turns out, not only drip cakes are not that difficult to make and taste super yum, but they will totally steal the show on any desserts table! :)
A Mediterranean Inspired Party
The south of France has its advantages, mainly regarding food; which in my book is already a great start for any dinner party! Especially the al fresco ones where we get to enjoy the glorious weather and scenery ;) But apart from the great food, the Mediterranean lifestyle oozes simplicity and charm, and therefore makes for a great dinner party theme this time of year!
Pineapple Rum Sangria Recipe
There's nothing we love more 'round here than a great summer cocktail! But when you have a small crowd to serve, making individual cocktails can be a little too taxing in the summer heat. So all the big-batch cocktails like this Pineapple Rum Sangria , get my vote every summer! It's perfect for entertaining this time of year, not to mention that it's super easy to make and tastes like tropical paradise in a glass!
Must-try Cocktails for Memorial Day Weekend
Whatever you have planned for your Memorial Day weekend, there's bound to be some sipping going on at some point. So we're rounded up our fav must-try cocktails for Memorial Day weekend . There's something for everyone - kids, adults, non-alcoholic cocktails...so take your pick and enjoy the festivities! Cheers! :)
Red, White & Blue Fruit Tart Recipe
If you're looking for an easy but show-stopping recipe for your Memorial Day celebrations, potluck, BBQ...then we've got your back! This white chocolate and fruit tart is as quick as make as it is to eat, and it doesn't hurt that it looks SO pretty in its patriotic red, white and blue colors, am I right?! ;)
Retro Vol-au-Vent Party Recipe Appetizers
Today we're partying with our friends over at Better Homes and Gardens , in celebration of the release of their NEW party-style magazine ' Get Together '! I'm so excited to be joining this party, and can tell you first hand how AWESOME the publication is!!
Dinner Party Recipe | Ragu alla Bolognese Pasta Bowls
I used to get sooo stressed out about last-minute dinner parties. You know, the ones where your sister calls like a hour before, and all of a sudden you have a group of people coming over (midweek) for dinner?! Well, over the years I've learned that life happens and these impromptu dinner parties are bound to crop up now and again. And planning for these eventualities is something I've actually come to embrace!