Homemade Peppermint Extract

Yesterday I went to Ikea for probably the sixth time since I have moved to this country. Ikea is unfortunately the one and only affordable home goods store in Switzerland, so we have grown a strong love/hate relationship in the past 6 months. 

Pumpkin Bread and Cinnamon Mascarpone Spread

We arrived “home” to Zurich last week and as much fun as we had in the states, I have to say that I am glad to be back. I was gone for almost two months, and it was about time to sleep in my own bed and cook in my own kitchen.  And boy, am […]

New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies

  I’m embarrassed to admit this, but my new routine consists of waking up around 7am, making a cup of tea, and plopping myself in front of the TV to watch my morning shows. To justify this, I have my computer in my lap and catch up on all my emails and mindless computer tasks […]

Skinny Chocolate Truffles

I’m back in the kitchen and it feels so good. Cooking is easy without measuring cups and spoons, but baking…not so much. I managed to survive by taste testing many different Swiss chocolate bars. Which is also why I need to start baking again. But with a healthy twist. I have a wedding dress to […]

Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes

Due to a hectic couple weeks of moving and travelling, the blog has been put on the back burner. Luckily, Miss Anna has stepped in to save the day with her new favorite fall treat!