Peanut Butter Cake
Few desserts strike the perfect balance between nostalgic comfort and indulgent flavor like this peanut butter layer cake with milk chocolate frosting. Created by pastry chef Eric Wolitzky — our...
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If you have a sweet tooth then you cannot miss these tantalising desserts and mouth-watering treats.
Classic Bird’s Milk Cake
This Bird’s Milk Cake is a delicate and nostalgic dessert, featuring a melt-in-your-mouth mousse often referred to as soufflé in traditional Eastern European recipes. At its heart is a light...
Rustic Apricot & Raspberry Cream Pie
This is the tastiest pie I’ve made this summer: a delicate, cheesecake-like filling, fragrant raspberries, and juicy, tart apricots—an incredible combination! It’s also delicious with other berries. This apricot &...
Rustic Pear Tart w/ Cream Cheese Filling
This rustic pear tart by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis is a beautiful marriage of elegance and comfort. Featuring a buttery, crumbly base and a luscious cream cheese filling, it strikes a...
Sticky Mango Rice (Khao Niew Mamuang)
This delicious sticky mango rice recipe comes from Chef Lyn, a Thai chef instructor at the renowned Siam Culinary Academy in Bangkok. With her deep knowledge of Thai cuisine and...
Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake w/ Berry Coulis
This is the perfect chocolate cake to serve as a dessert, for a decadent afternoon tea, or whenever chocolate cravings strike. Despite its impressive flavor, the recipe is deceptively simple...
Strawberry Tiramisu
Strawberry tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, bringing fresh, fruity elegance to every bite. Layers of soft, coffee-free ladyfingers soak up a luscious strawberry syrup, while...
Peach Tart w/ Creamy Peach Filling & Walnut Crust
This irresistible summer peach tart combines the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches with a crisp, buttery walnut crust. A delicate cream filling surrounds the peaches, perfectly balancing their fruity...
Layered Peach Yogurt Cake w/ Almond Base
Just imagine: a sweet, lightly crisp almond sponge on the outside, soft and tender on the inside—perfectly balanced beneath a cloud-like layer of delicate yogurt cream. This mousse-like filling melts...
Greek Halvah Jelly: Farsala Halvah
Prepare your favorite jelly halva from Farsala with ease, using this authentic recipe by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis! This traditional Greek dessert, known as “Halvas Farsalon”, is famous for its smooth,...
Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
This lemon meringue pie is a perfect blend of tangy and sweet, with a velvety lemon filling that melts in your mouth. The buttery, crisp crust provides the ideal base...
Blueberry Dumplings: Ukrainian Blueberry Varenyky
These delicious blueberry varenyky are like little pockets of joy, bursting with sweet and tangy berry goodness in every bite. The soft, delicate dough wraps around the plump blueberries, creating...
Portokalopita: Greek Orange Cake with Orange Syrup
Portokalopita is a beloved Greek dessert that captures the vibrant flavors of fresh oranges and the irresistible crunch of golden phyllo. In this recipe, celebrity chef Giorgos Tsoulis transforms simple...
Cherry Clafoutis
This baked cherry dessert is a rustic French classic known for its simple elegance and irresistible flavor. It’s also very easy to bake. You can use fresh or frozen cherries...
Raspberry Cream Layer Cake
The perfect balance between sweet and fruity flavors, this raspberry cream layer cake is a true delight. Light sponge layers are paired with a smooth raspberry-infused whipped cream and just...
Strawberry Pierogi (Varenyky)
Sweet strawberry dumplings like these are a beloved spring and summertime dish across Eastern Europe. Known as strawberry pierogi in Poland and varenyky in Ukraine, they’re made with tender, unleavened...
Classic Ukrainian Easter Bread (Paska)
Today, I’m sharing my favorite recipe for Ukrainian Easter Bread (Paska) made with cream, a special version that’s been cherished in my family for years. These Easter breads always turn...
Rustic Cherry Almond Polenta Cake
This Italian-inspired Cherry Almond Cornmeal Cake feels like a warm hug served straight from the oven. With its rich almond flavor, gentle hints of lemon, and juicy cherries scattered throughout,...
Triple Chocolate Cheese Paskha
Inspired by the traditional Eastern European Paskha we used to make around Easter, this version layers silky farmer’s cheese (or tvorog/pressed cottage cheese) with rich dark, milk, and white chocolate...
Lime & Coconut Loaf Cake w/ Cream Cheese Frosting
Looking for a fresh, zesty, and super easy cake? This Lime & Coconut Loaf Cake is a dream come true! Fluffy, moist, and bursting with citrusy goodness, it’s packed with...
Coffee Brownies
If you’re a fan of the irresistible combination of chocolate and coffee, then this coffee-infused brownie is exactly what you need! Each bite is a heavenly blend of rich, velvety...
Crinkle Cake with Pistachios
This crinkle tart with pistachios is a quick and decadent dessert featuring crispy, buttered phyllo pastry and a soft, pudding-like interior with subtle caramel notes. Baked in two stages, it...
Tulumba: Greek Syrupy Churros
If you’ve ever been to Greece (and if not, add it to your bucket list!), chances are you’ve tried these delicious, churro-like treats served with sweet syrup or sometimes even...
Koulourakia: Traditional Greek Easter Cookies
For all homemade cookie lovers, Koulourakia is a must-try Greek Easter treat that brings a delightful balance of chewiness and flavor. These traditional Greek cookies have a soft, buttery texture...