Violet Lemon Poppy Seed Cake - A cake for spring! Violets bloom for just a few short weeks in early spring. I look forward to them every year and they hold such dear memories for me. A quick search through my recipe archives and you'll find my recipes for Wild Violet Syrup and Wild Violet Sugar. … [Read more...]
Lemon Coconut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Lemon Coconut Cake for Spring Spring has started to bloom here on Nantucket. In the garden, our edible violas that seeded themselves are popping up everywhere in happy shades of purple, blue, and pink. Clumps of red clover are greening everywhere throughout the garden and yard. These welcome signs … [Read more...]
Sourdough Brioche Easter Bunny Buns
Enriched Sourdough Brioche Easter Bunny Buns One of the first recipes I shared here years ago was my vegan version of my mom's Easter bunny sweet rolls. My siblings and I always loved them as kids and I thought it was time to revisit this recipe as a sourdough brioche dough version. The dough is my … [Read more...]
Easy Sourdough Irish Soda Bread Recipe
This easy sourdough Irish soda bread recipe is a great way to use up leftover sourdough starter. Not only is this delicious hearty bread made with simple wholesome ingredients without special equipment, it's ready in less than an hour so you can have hot fresh bread anytime you want. An Easy … [Read more...]
Ricotta Pie Recipe (Italian Lemon Honey Version)
Ricotta pie is a traditional Italian dessert made with creamy ricotta cheese, eggs, and citrus, similar to cheesecake but lighter and more delicate. This ricotta pie recipe is a classic Italian ricotta pie made with honey and fresh lemon to create a beautifully balanced flavor that’s subtly sweet, … [Read more...]
Rösti with Smoked Salmon and Beetroot Salad
What is a Rösti? Rösti is a popular Swiss dish of pan-fried grated potatoes in the style of a fritter or pancake. Röstis are similar to potato latkes in that they both are types of potato fritters made from grated potatoes but differ in that röstis are made from potatoes only with no added fillers … [Read more...]
Yogurt Mac and Cheese with Roasted Cauliflower
Yogurt Mac and Cheese Last month I teamed up with a yogurt brand on Instagram to create a recipe hack using their delicious creamy yogurt. I had never tried using yogurt in mac and cheese before but it seemed like it would be a good swap for milk in the cheese sauce. And good news: it is! Using … [Read more...]
Meyer Lemon Tart with Torched Swiss Meringue
Experience the vibrant flavors of this Meyer Lemon Curd Tart, featuring a zesty lemon poppy seed crust, luscious Meyer lemon curd filling, and a beautifully torched Swiss meringue topping. A seasonal treat: Meyer Lemon Tart Brighten your dessert table with this stunning Meyer Lemon Curd … [Read more...]
Maple Spice Cake with Wine Poached Pears
I first shared the recipe for this maple spice cake topped with wine poached pears on my Instagram feedback in the fall of last year but thought it would also be a nice offering for Valentine's Day. What's In Maple Spice Cake The maple spice cake is super easy to make, vegan-friendly, and … [Read more...]
Our Bathroom Remodel
This post contains sponsored content and links. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Fare Isle possible! I'm so excited to share our newly remodeled bathroom with you! This project was on our to-do list since purchasing our home in late 2018. We were going to do this first but decided that … [Read more...]
Mushroom Cookies Recipe
These whimsical and delectable mushroom cookies look like they were just picked from the forest! Use them for yule log cake decorations or add them to your holiday cookie tray! Mushroom Shaped Cookies These are the mushroom cookies I used to decorate the yule log cake in the last post. They … [Read more...]
Chocolate Yule Log Cake Recipe (Bûche de Noël)
Nothing says holiday magic like a Chocolate Yule Log Cake — a swirl of rich chocolate sponge, creamy ricotta filling, and whipped ganache that looks as stunning as it tastes. With a few simple steps, even first-time bakers can create a festive cake centerpiece perfect for Christmas or any holiday … [Read more...]
Artichoke Olive and Spinach Stuffed Sourdough Star Bread
This post is sponsored by Mezzetta. Thank you for supporting the brand partnerships that make Fare Isle possible! Well, we made it to December, so we might as well eat all the holiday carbs, you feel me? I remember my mom making savory stuffed bread around Christmastime. The house would fill with … [Read more...]
