A Choux Pastry Recipe for Character Cream Puffs A few weeks ago I took an eclair class taught by a European pastry chef. It was very informative and I learned so much on the proper way to make a good eclair. Plus it’s always a good experience to be in a professional kitchen working with […]
The New Harvest Afternoon Tea Set at TWG Tea in Vancouver
TWG’s New Fall Themed Afternoon Tea Set This weekend I was invited by TWG Tea to sample the new Harvest Afternoon tea set created to celebrate the Fall season. It’s another option for a Fall themed tea experience completely different from the one I shared with you a month ago at Trump Hotel Vancouver. That […]
The Best Afternoon Tea Spots in Vancouver
Where to Get the Best Afternoon Tea in Vancouver As you may already know, a big part of this blog is dedicated to my afternoon tea experiences in Vancouver and beyond. I love desserts, scones and macarons so it’s no wonder why I love afternoon tea so much. In the last few years, I’ve […]
Japanese Matcha Green Tea Mille Crepe Cake – A No-Bake Dessert
Why Are Mille Crepe Cakes So Expensive? The first time I ever had a mille crepe cake, I remember being surprised that each slice of cake was between $9.50-$13.50 CND at the specialty dessert shops that sold it (which in Vancouver, isn’t many). By the looks alone, I knew it involved extra care to […]
School of Magic Afternoon Tea at Trump Hotel Vancouver
Harry Potter Inspired Afternoon Tea Set Today I had the pleasure of being invited to experience the new “School of Magic Afternoon Tea” which launches tomorrow at Trump Hotel Vancouver. It’s a Harry Potter inspired fall-themed tea set that exhibit the high quality standard set by this hotel which was recently named by Forbes Magazine […]
Super Fluffy and Soft Japanese Chocolate Cake Roll
A “Not-Too-Sweet” Japanese Style Dessert One of my husband’s favorite desserts is a chocolate swiss roll that we used to buy at a Japanese bakery on Robson street in downtown Vancouver. Every time we’d go there, there would be a few other desserts that would pique his interest by their attractive appearance but after trying […]
To-Go Afternoon Tea at Laurence and Chico Cafe
I heard a lot of buzz recently about an interesting afternoon tea set that was being offered at the new Laurence and Chico cafe in downtown Vancouver so I quickly made my way down with bestie in tow. The cafe is a new venture for Canadian designer duo, Laurence and Chico, best known for their […]
“Ispahan” Inspired Macaron Cake with Fresh Lychees & Raspberries
The Iconic Ispahan After spending Bastille day sampling Laduree’s new dessert offerings for afternoon tea two weeks ago, I went home totally inspired to create my own Ispahan Macaron Cake. Even if you’ve never tasted the Ispahan, made famous by Laduree and Pierre Herme, I’m sure you will recognize the sight of this iconic Parisian […]
Laduree Vancouver’s New Dessert and Pastry Offerings for Afternoon Tea
New Laduree Pastries and Desserts I was invited to celebrate Bastille Day this weekend at Laduree on Robson Street to sample their brand new pasty offerings. I absolutely adore the world of Laduree so I was especially excited to learn more about their new offerings. I had the opportunity to hear Laduree Executive Pastry Chef, […]
Afternoon Tea at The Little White House in Fort Langley
I finally had a chance to make my way down to the only tea house in Fort Langley, a township that’s one hour away from Vancouver by car. The Little White House is the name of this dining establishment and it is indeed set inside a beautiful little white heritage house. The owners have made […]
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