A small collection of things to read, watch, cook, and enjoy this weekend. Inspired by the ladies over at A Cup of Jo, I thought of ending the work week and welcoming the weekend with a little dispatch from my brain: a short roundup of […]
Author: From A Small Kitchen
Green Chicken Pot Pie
A vibrant green chicken pot pie to brighten this dreadful winter gray. On a chilly, quiet afternoon, as these things often go, the idea came to me: what if I take a chicken pot pie and make it green? Not in a Dr. Seuss kind […]
Spiced Squash & Lentil Soup with Caramelized Onion and Fennel
It’s a mouthful of a name, but this spiced squash & lentil soup with caramelized onion and fennel is about to become your winter staple. Squash and lentil soup. The words strung together conjure up an image: brown, boring, and mushy. But so much flavor […]
How to be everyone’s favorite guest: What to Bring to a Dinner Party
Wondering what to bring to a dinner party? From someone who loves to host, here are thoughtful, easy gifts that will make you the guest everyone remembers. In Girl World, dinner parties are a big deal. We obsessively plan every detail, we happily spend the […]
Raspberry Pavlova
Crispy, cloudy, half dessert, half table decoration. As we wrap up our series on Christmas desserts, it was only fitting to end it on a simple, yet showstopper of a dessert. Day twelve. The last dessert of this series, arriving just after the holidays have […]
Chocolate Mousse
Rich, dense, and luxurious, this custard-style chocolate mousse uses an anglaise base for its body, then it’s lightened with whipped cream. It’s French, heavenly, and a breeze to make. Day 11 of 12 days of Christmas desserts! Wow, what an undertaking. From the very beginning […]
Best Christmas Movies to Watch This Holiday Season
Here’s your ultimate guide to cozy, classic and joy-filled holiday movies. Perfect for family movie nights, cozy evenings by the fire, or snow-day marathons. As December rolls along, nothing captures the spirit of the season quite like gathering around the screen with loved ones for […]
Zabaglione
Zabaglione. This classic Italian dessert is made by vigorously whisking egg yolks, sugar, and a sweet wine over a double boiler until it becomes a light, frothy, and creamy custard. Grab the champagne coupes, dessert is ready in about 20 minutes. Welcome to Day 10 […]
Classic Tarte Tatin
Few desserts have a backstory as good as tarte Tatin — and even fewer manage to feel both rustic and elegant at the same time. It’s the dessert you order at a bistro when you want something classic but not boring, familiar yet exciting. Tarte […]
Roasted Cherry Tomato Feta Dip
Tis the season for effortless (and endless) appetizers. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, throwing a summer dinner, or settling into a lazy Sunday with a glass of wine, this Roasted Tomato Feta Dip is the one that draws people in like a magnet. Not […]
Black & White Crèmeux Tart
This no-bake Black & White Crèmeux Tart is the perfect make-ahead holiday dessert. Rich, silky, and layered, it’s a nod to the playful and creamy Kinder chocolate. Same vibes, just a little classier. This Double Chocolate Crèmeux Tart might be my favorite of our 12 […]
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
If December had a signature dessert for chocolate lovers, it would be this chocolate peanut butter pie: creamy, silky, full of textures, flavors, and layers. This chocolate peanut butter pie leans into contrast: an easy graham cracker crust, a peanut-butter-forward filling that’s mousse-like instead of […]
Chocolate Rolls
Holiday mornings call for something soft, warm, and cozy. Day 6 brings a small batch of chocolate rolls that feel like a hug fresh from the oven. Somewhere between a dessert, a snack, and breakfast, these chocolate rolls can be whatever you need them to […]
Pear Frangipane Tart
Welcome to Day 5 of our 12 Days of Christmas Desserts! Today, we’re stepping up the elegance factor with a pear frangipane tart. A dessert that brings together a tender, almond-scented filling and pear slices in a crisp, buttery crust. Simple but a timeless classic […]
Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s both elegant and simple, you’ve found it: molten chocolate lava cakes. With a gooey chocolate center wrapped in a fully baked exterior, this is a dessert that’s decadent without being overindulgent. Perfect for treating yourself when a late-night […]