Happy birthday! You know, I just baked a cake yesterday for my (adult) daughter's birthday. After years of making novelty cakes when they were kids, we've now settled into having the same birthday cake for all family members. A simple sponge filled with raspberries and whipped cream, topped with fondant icing. A new family tradition is born. Celebrate well
My favorite cake is not cake. I prefer pie, particularly more sour / tart fruit pies. My mother used to make three-berry pie; my aunt always remembered a cherry for me for Christmas dinner.
NYC is full of specialized, specific cupcake shops, but it's surprisingly arid of classic dessert pies. I know a few of the best places; mostly I head to Petee's Pie. One thing I've never really understood about this place. Pie's get more respect in my hometown.
Did you know there's a town in New Mexico called Pietown? I've not been.
Happy belated birthday! March 2 is also my husband's birthday, so as far as I know, only incredibly awesome people are born on this day.
I totally agree about the many horrible cakes that appear at weddings and birthday parties. I appreciate a moist crumb and a decadent frosting. The almond cake you described sounds like a dream. So, please come to very northern Scotland and bake it for me on April 30.
I adore many things about this post, but what really struck me was the card ritual you share with your stepfather. What a marvelous family tradition for you two.
And yes, 48 is definitely sexy. So is 68, but it takes more determination, lol
ahh you look so vibrant and alive in your 48th bday pic, i love it!! 😍 hope both cakes were as scrumdiddlyumptious as they sound, and i love the idea of freezing cake for both for your future and your past 💕
Happy birthday! You know, I just baked a cake yesterday for my (adult) daughter's birthday. After years of making novelty cakes when they were kids, we've now settled into having the same birthday cake for all family members. A simple sponge filled with raspberries and whipped cream, topped with fondant icing. A new family tradition is born. Celebrate well
HBD, Trilety!
Happy birthday!
My favorite cake is not cake. I prefer pie, particularly more sour / tart fruit pies. My mother used to make three-berry pie; my aunt always remembered a cherry for me for Christmas dinner.
NYC is full of specialized, specific cupcake shops, but it's surprisingly arid of classic dessert pies. I know a few of the best places; mostly I head to Petee's Pie. One thing I've never really understood about this place. Pie's get more respect in my hometown.
Did you know there's a town in New Mexico called Pietown? I've not been.
What a beautiful birthday post! Nobody gets that cake but you. :) and the photos are great--a lovely touch.
Many happy returns, Trilety!
Happy belated birthday! March 2 is also my husband's birthday, so as far as I know, only incredibly awesome people are born on this day.
I totally agree about the many horrible cakes that appear at weddings and birthday parties. I appreciate a moist crumb and a decadent frosting. The almond cake you described sounds like a dream. So, please come to very northern Scotland and bake it for me on April 30.
I adore many things about this post, but what really struck me was the card ritual you share with your stepfather. What a marvelous family tradition for you two.
And yes, 48 is definitely sexy. So is 68, but it takes more determination, lol
ahh you look so vibrant and alive in your 48th bday pic, i love it!! 😍 hope both cakes were as scrumdiddlyumptious as they sound, and i love the idea of freezing cake for both for your future and your past 💕