Smetannik: A Family-Favorite Sour Cream Walnut Cake
I’m excited to share one of my family’s heirloom cake recipes—Smetannik, a playful sour cream walnut cake. This dessert features four…
Black Forest Gateau
Having a slice of Black Forest Gateau is like taking a delicious trip down memory lane for me. This classic cake…
Fresh Cherry Frangipane Tart
This cherry frangipane tart is the perfect dessert to celebrate summer and savor the sun-kissed, crimson-red cherries that are so plentiful…
Armenian Pakhlava – Sweet Layers of Tradition
A diamond-shaped parcel filled with layers of thin pastry sheets, packed with a nut mixture and liberally soaked in honey syrup….
Decadent & Delicate: Bird’s Milk Cake
This Bird’s Milk Cake boasts a unique and unforgettable flavor and appearance. The airy and fluffy soufflé is delicately nestled between…
Popoques – Walnut Waffle Cookies
Golden and crispy on the outside, these walnut-shell cookies (called “Popoque” in Armenian and “Oreshki” in Russian) are brimming with luscious…
Flaky and Buttery Armenian Gata
The buttery sweet aroma of Armenian Gata is inviting and comforting. Its crinkly edges unveil layers of crumbly streusel nestled within…
Homemade Lemon Curd with Homegrown Lemons
Whether your initial instinct is to dip a spoon into the jar, or to spread it generously on a scone, this…
Strawberry Zuccotto Fiorentino with Mousseline Cream
Here is my version of the delightful Zuccotto Fiorentino; a sumptuous dome-shaped cake that serves as a perfect dessert entremet for…
Tuile Cookie Leaves
These crispy, snappy, ultra-thin tuile cookies got their name from the French arched clay roof tiles. Usually, they are served with…
Tiramisu-Inspired Bûche de Noël
My decadent twist on a Christmas Classic. Indulge in the velvety smoothness of a tiramisu-inspired Buche de Noel Cake, the perfect…
Dobos Torte Recipe
The Dobos Torte and the Esterházy Torte are two iconic desserts that highlight the artistry of Hungarian and Austro-Hungarian confectionery. While…