I love a good potluck dessert. You know, the ones made in a 9" x 13" pan that aren't fancy or fussy, and that everyone loves. This is one of those desserts. It's called Chocolate Yum for a reason. You may know this as Chocolate Delight or Cream Cheese Delight, but...
Cheesecake bars are a less fussy, much easier version of a classic cheesecake. Their portability make them perfect for parties, potlucks, and other events. Adding an ube swirl gives these cheesecake bars a little something extra in flavor and a lot of drama. Why...
Every once in awhile you get a recipe that is the food equivalent of a mic drop. This is one of those recipes. When I brought them to the office for a taste test, it was just a sea of happy faces and I knew there was nothing we needed to change. Inspiration As much as...
Ever wonder what to do with all those leftover Easter chocolates? Yeah, me neither. But just in case the Easter bunny has been especially generous, why not take your Rice Krispie treats to the next level with some chocolaty mix-ins. Which candies work well For this...
I love the combination of lemon and ginger - whether it's in a comforting tea or in these cute desserts. These parfaits are easy to whip together using store-bought ginger cookies, instant lemon pudding zhushed up with crystalized ginger, and freshly whipped cream. No...
We have a tradition of baking something with my friend's daughter when we visit them in California. It started when she was young - cupcakes for a Mother's Day brunch or a batch (or three) of her mother's favorite cookies. During my last visit, Shivani wanted to make...
2023 Holiday Treats - Part 3 One of the more popular recipes on this blog is Saltine Crack Candy - a toffee-like candy that uses saltine crackers as a base. It's easy to make and even easier to eat. This riff on the original recipe takes the classic combination of...
2023 Holiday Treats - Part 1 Here is the first of my Holiday Treat posts for this year. This no-bake treat is easy to make and perfect for gift giving. A simple medley of dried fruit, mini marshmallows, and crushed graham crackers are nestled in white chocolate...
In Hawaii we love mochi in all forms. From traditional forms like ozoni (mochi soup served on New Year's Day to bring luck) and daifuku (filled mochi, usually sweetened red bean paste). To more modern versions like butter mochi, mochi ice cream, and chocolate filled...
In Hawaii, rice is a staple. We eat it at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Growing up it was a given that my mom would get a pot of rice going, regardless of what she was making for dinner. Given the importance of rice, rice pudding is a dish rarely seen on menus. While...
Okinawan Doughnuts The Okinawan Festival is held in Honolulu as a celebration of the culture and foods of Okinawa. Held annually over the Labor Day weekend, the festival is sponsored by the Hawaii United Okinawa Association. In celebration of this annual tradition,...
Recently a friend asked if the previously posted Fresh Mint Ice Cream recipe required an ice cream maker. Unfortunately, despite my love for no-churn ice creams, that particular recipe requires a machine (and my friend doesn't have one). However, her question got me...
Recently a co-worker brought a few boxes of Kinder Bueno chocolate bars to the office. I think she bought them for a fundraiser and wanted to share them with us. These chocolate-covered wafer cookies are filled with a hazelnut cream. They are light and rich and...
National Ice Cream Day is July 16 Ice cream is a lovely year-round treat, especially in Hawaii, but is particularly welcome in the summer. You know I am fond of no-churn ice creams, and this ice cream is yet another example and a great way to celebrate National Ice...
It's summer! Okay, I know, the official start of summer is June 21 but in Hawaii, school is out, the weather is warm, it's time to relax and enjoy the lazy days of summer. What better way to celebrate summer than with a bowl of cold, creamy lemon ice cream with a...
I always need a little something sweet to end a meal, especially dinner. These individual gâteaux are Jacques Pépin's version of an icebox cake and make the perfect post-meal treat. There is no cooking involved which makes it ideal for the summer when you're avoiding...