If you’re thinking about making some homemade goodies for Valentine’s Day but don’t know what….something that’s fairly easy and not too time consuming… something that is rich and delicious and chocolatey… then I’ve got a fantastic idea for you – Brownie Bites!! I found this idea in a cookbook called Sprinkles! It’s a wonderful cookbook that’s full of fun recipes using – you guessed it… Read More
Archives for January 2015
Orange Shortbread Madeleines
I‘ve often thought it would be fun to bake shortbread cookies in my Madeleine pan. Then I ran across today’s recipe in a Southern Living Annual Cookbook. I adore shortbread and this recipe seemed perfect for this time of year. There’s orange zest in the cookie and in the icing and they are delicious with a cup of Earl Grey!! I… Read More
An Impromptu Barbie Tea Party
My daughter Abbie has been asking to have a Barbie Tea Party since Christmas, when she acquired not one but SIX new Barbies! So Friday night I decided at the last minute to have the party the next afternoon. That night we baked the mini meringues, the shortbread cookies and made the cucumber sandwiches. The next day we made the… Read More
Sunny Lemon Meringues
After the excitement of the Holidays was over and with Spring so far away, I needed a little something to cheer myself up. And nothing cheers me up like a recipe with Lemons so I baked some Lemon Meringues! These meringues are just scrumptious and they’re made using a different technique than I’m used to, but have wanted to try. Using the Swiss Meringue Technique, Meringues are… Read More
Welcome! I’m Jina, the Baker, Photographer and Afternoon Tea Caterer behind Pink Piccadilly Pastries! I’m here to share sweet, simple & Tried & True Recipes & Tips for Afternoon Teas.