by Serena | Sep 3, 2009 | Recipes
These are a scrumptious take on the classic peach pie, yet more fresh and uncomplicated tasting. I had never heard of a Fanchonette (which I’ve now learned is classically a tarte-sized pie, traditionally with a layer of jam, topped with a custard) until I noticed a...
by Serena | Jun 3, 2009 | Style
I love collecting great old pop bottles to fill with special drinks for guests. Like these I filled with vanilla chai tea I’d brewed the day before. Delicious juices work really well too! To seal, I use new corks that we purchase from home improvement stores...
by Serena | Jan 23, 2009 | Recipes
I’ve adapted this scrumptious coffee cake from the Davenport Hotel’s collection of special recipes. Although they no longer serve the original version of this cake, it will always be a favorite in our home. Ingredients BATTER: 1 cup butter (at room...
by Serena | Nov 23, 2008 | Recipes
I love baking pies and especially enjoy making these darling mini apple pies, a tiny version of our Farmhouse Apple Pie. Ingredients 2 1/2lb mixed apples (peeled, cored, and chopped into 3/4-inch pieces. I prefer the Jonagold and Golden Delicious varieties.) 2...
by Serena | Nov 23, 2008 | Recipes
A classic and delicious peach pie, just like your grandma would have made. Best with summer peaches, freshly picked from the orchard. Enjoy warm with old-fashioned vanilla ice cream for an extra-special treat. Ingredients 5 cups fresh peaches (peeled and sliced)* 1...
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