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: Picard Truffles (Bitter Chocolate, Earl Grey Ganache and Lemon Cream)

by Katharina // February 9, 2015 // 6 Comments

Today’s entry is unofficially titled, “The Trouble with Truffles.” Groan all you want; I welcome your hatred. It felt appropriate to do some chocolates for Valentine’s day, and it wasn’t long before I was dead set on them being Picard-themed.... Continue reading →

Recipe/Tutorial: (Sailor Moon Dessert Series, Pt. 3) Rei’s Spicy Cayenne and Dark Chocolate Mousse

by Katharina // December 15, 2014 // 4 Comments

Oh, Sailor Mars, you’re just so very spicy. I had the least trouble coming up with Rei’s dessert. I had thoughts of chocolate, cinnamon and fiery cayenne pepper pretty much immediately. It came together so effortlessly that I kept waiting for... Continue reading →