Monthly Archives: September 2007
A Daring Baker’s Ode to Buns (Cinnamon and Sticky, that is)
Written on September 30, 2007 at 11:57 am, by admin
There was once a group called The Daring Bakers, Who for a challenge were always takers. Each month they baked something new, And as a result were never blue. Marce of Pip in the City is September’s host, I’d certainly say she has the most. Cinnamon and sticky buns she chose, Because those are the Continue Reading »
SHF #35: The Round-up
Written on September 28, 2007 at 6:42 pm, by admin
*** Updated on October 1, 2007: It came to my attention that I forgot an entrant for SHF #35 and for this I apologize profusely. S. of the blog The Student Stomach sent along some Roasted Fig Dumplings that have to be seen to be believed. They’re mouth-watering! Thanks, S.! *** When Jennifer of The Continue Reading »
SHF #35: Today’s the Day!
Written on September 24, 2007 at 5:25 pm, by admin
Good evening, my friends! There are just a few hours left before the deadline for SHF #35 passes. Get your entries in by midnight tonight. For those of you that may not make the deadline, just let me know and I’ll see if I can’t give you a bit of a Cream Puff reprieve! I Continue Reading »
Cream Puff Goes To School: Weeks 1 & 2
Written on September 22, 2007 at 8:13 pm, by admin
After taking a break during the spring and summer, I’m happy to announce that I have resumed the baking courses that I’m taking at George Brown College as I work towards a Bakery Arts certificate. As much as I love the classes, my family and my work (including this blog) come first so facing a Continue Reading »
It’s That Weekend Again …
Written on September 15, 2007 at 12:05 pm, by admin
Guess what La Famiglia Cream Puff is doing this weekend? You got it! We’re up to our elbows in tomatoes and loving every minute of it. If you’re in the area, we’ve got an apron, a chair and a knife for you. Come by and help us cut up some tomatoes. As an added bonus, Continue Reading »
A Sweet Reminder
Written on September 13, 2007 at 7:31 pm, by admin
As we approach another weekend, I thought I’d give everyone a sweet reminder of SHF #35: The Beautiful Fig! The deadline for submissions is midnight on Monday September 24th with the round-up to be posted on Friday September 28th. I’ve had a few comments and questions from people about fresh figs so I just want Continue Reading »
Hip Hip Hooray for the Daring Bakers!
Written on September 11, 2007 at 5:08 pm, by admin
It’s nice to share good news so Lis and I are thrilled to share this little tidbit with you. Earlier today I received an e-mail from the very sweet Katie of the blog Other People’s Food. Katie very kindly let me know that the Daring Bakers had been featured in an article on Epicurious. Amy Continue Reading »
La Festa al Fresco, 2007: The Round-Up!
Written on September 9, 2007 at 9:22 am, by admin
Wow. That’s really all I can think of to say. My sweet co-hostess Lis and I are amazed at the number of entries we received but even moreso at the beauty of the dishes that you brought to the blog world’s biggest patio party. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you. There were Continue Reading »
SHF #35: The Beautiful Fig
Written on September 4, 2007 at 7:45 pm, by admin
It is my great honour to announce that I am the host of the 35th edition of Sugar High Friday! Created by Jennifer of The Domestic Goddess over two years ago, Sugar High Friday is an event to celebrate all that is sweet in our lives. Every type of sweet imagineable has been explored over Continue Reading »
La Festa is Here!
Written on September 3, 2007 at 11:55 am, by admin
Well, it’s finally here! The party that Lis and I like to call the biggest patio party in the world has finally arrived. Bloggers from all over the world are streaming in bringing with them all sorts of captivating offerings. For those of you arriving a bit late, not to worry, there’s still plenty of Continue Reading »
