Tutorial: Pokémon Chocolate Surprise Eggs

by Katharina // March 16, 2016 // No Comments

As a kid, Kinder Eggs were probably my favorite candy. Imagine my devastation when, upon moving to the US in my pre-teens, I discovered that they weren’t sold in the United States. As an 11 year old, I was ready... Continue reading →

Recipe: (Steven Universe Dessert Series, Pt. 7) Rose’s Quartz’s Rosé and Peach Parfait

by Katharina // March 6, 2016 // 5 Comments

Rose Quartz is a character we’ve gotten to know entirely through her interactions with other characters, and even those occur entirely in flashbacks. It’s safe to say that she was a strong leader, well loved by the Gems that followed her.... Continue reading →

Recipe: (Steven Universe Dessert Series, Pt. 6) Peridot’s Key Lime Triangles (or Angry Little Slices of Pie)

by Katharina // February 26, 2016 // 4 Comments

Most of Peridot’s character development is fairly recent, so it’s difficult to talk about her without spoilers. If you haven’t seen the most recent Steven Bomb, I suggest you go ahead and skip over this intro and go right to... Continue reading →

Recipe/Tutorial: Yumeiro Pâtissiere “Hearts In Love” Strawberry Bavarois

by Katharina // February 6, 2016 // 14 Comments

It’s that time of year… Valentine’s day! Time to whip up desserts with hearts and lots of berries, just big enough to share. Or not. Thankfully there’s no rule that prevents you from eating cake alone, or perhaps with a... Continue reading →

Recipe: (Steven Universe Dessert Series, Pt. 4&5) Sapphire’s Blueberry Quark Sundae & Ruby’s Strawberry Pink Peppercorn Flambé

by Katharina // January 26, 2016 // No Comments

When planning these desserts, I realized that Ruby and Sapphire’s desserts would have to be complimentary and posted simultaneously. After all, the two are basically inseparable and balance out one another perfectly. Ruby, the hot-headed soldier gem that produces fire... Continue reading →