All Posts by Ashley

Do you have a favorite cookie? And a preferred cookie texture? I feel like any sane human being has veryyyy specific cookie preferences. For instance, I like my cookies about 1/4 inch thick, with a fairly crisp exterior and chewy center. And they have to be FRESH. Small batch is where it’s at! After 48 hours tops, throw ’em to the birds. True story. . . . Or maybe stir into ice cream? The latter […]

I created these Chocolate Chip Cookie Scones because I needed an excuse to eat an obnoxiously large chocolate chip cookie, but the latter title certainly doesn’t sound as sophisticated. Also, I had yet to post a scone recipe on the blog, so scones it is! First, let me clarify. These are a bit of a loose interpretation of a scone. The shape, thickness, amount of baking powder and overall texture are definitely scone-like. However, because […]

Ever bake something so delicious that it doesn’t even make it’s way to a container? You literally just eat it all fresh off the pan? I too am guilty of this delicious crime. Case in point: this Cinnamon Crunch Granola. I am all about that cinnamon crunch! it’s a throwback to the days when I would go to Panera once or twice a month to indulge in the well-known bagel of the same name. You […]

A plant-based foodie’s experience at Mora Asian Fusion & Sushi 24108 W Lockport Street, Plainfield IL  Website I dined at Mora on a Tuesday night in February 2017. FYI: This is not a sponsored post and all opinions are my own. The Atmosphere There are certainly elements that are what I would imagine are reminescent of genuine Japanese dining. Low seating (on ottoman stools), burgundy decor, mirrors, a blingy bar, wooden chopsticks, table spacing appropriate […]

Things that make my heart sing: Cheesecake Tart, citrusy dessert Blueberries Pillows of whipped cream I will eat all of these everyday. Breakfast. Lunch. Afternoon snack. Dinner. Dessert. Bedtime snack. Do I eat a lot? Don’t answer that. Point is, creamy citrus desserts are my thang. Especially in the winter. I need bright flavors on cold gloomy days. And I know that I’m not alone. So let’s use dessert to cheer us up! Hence, this […]

What if . . . you have yet to taste the best chocolate you have ever had? And what if the only thing between you and that chocolate were a few pantry items, a candy mold, and a chocolate-splattered kitchen counter? What I’m sayin’ is, you, yes YOU are totally capable of making your own fresh chocolates! Insert: all the heart, and dancing, and other happy emojis!!! I did all the messy recipe testing for […]