DARK CHOCOLATE SCONES with SALTED CARAMEL DRIZZLE — Scones au Chocolat Noir et Caramel Salé Soft, spiced scones drizzled with caramel — a sweet echo of autumn nights. Rich and tender, these scones balance the intensity of dark chocolate with the buttery sweetness of salted caramel. Perfect for a crisp September morning alongside coffee or... Continue Reading →
A GLOWING AUTUMN COCKTAIL
AUTUMN APRICOT GLOW COCKTAIL — Lueur d’Abricot d’Automne A golden-hued sip of early autumn — gently mulled apricot, cider, and spice, brightened with citrus. A cozy, versatile cocktail (or mocktail) for crisp evenings and harvest gatherings: apricot nectar and apple cider gently mulled with cinnamon, clove, and a whisper of cardamom, finished with lemon and... Continue Reading →
GOLDEN ORCHARD CHESS PIE
GOLDEN ORCHARD CHESS PIE — Tarte Chess aux Pommes et au Citron Doré Where my French apple custard met a Southern classic under golden September light. A little love letter to autumn orchards — this pie layers tender apple slices over a rich, lemon-kissed chess custard, dusted with cinnamon sugar. The result is a dessert... Continue Reading →
An Amber Pear Tart
SPICED PEAR & ALMOND TART — Tarte aux Poires Épicée et à la Frangipane Buttery pastry with almond frangipane, crowned with cinnamon‑ and cardamom‑kissed pears — elegant and autumn‑perfect. A buttery tart shell cradles a fragrant almond frangipane filling, crowned with tender pear slices kissed with cinnamon and cardamom. Elegant enough for entertaining, yet simple... Continue Reading →
Strawberries & Cream Gâteau
Strawberries & Cream Gâteau — Crème Fraise Couronne A crown of pastry and cream, ribboned with strawberries — fit for queens and midsummer dreams. This airy gâteau is inspired by French pâtisseries and late-summer birthdays — a delicate pâte à choux ring, filled with sweet whipped cream and ribbons of macerated strawberries. It’s a crown... Continue Reading →
Honeyed Plum Shortcake
Honeyed Plum Shortcake — Shortcake aux Prunes Mielées Sun-warmed plums, soft cream, and golden honey — a late-summer shortcake worth lingering over. This charming dessert is a soft-spoken celebration of plum season — tender shortcakes tucked with honeyed plums and soft whipped cream. A little rustic, a little romantic, and absolutely irresistible with a final... Continue Reading →
PEACH MELBA CREAM PIE
Peach Melba Cream Pie Tarte Pêche Melba à la Crème Légère Sweet cream and fruit — a pie fit for patios, picnics, and peach-scented memories. This refreshing pie layers a buttery graham-Biscoff crust with soft whipped cream, bright peach slices, and a hidden ribbon of raspberry. With almond or vanilla undertones and a cloudlike topping,... Continue Reading →
Affogato al Limoncello
Affogato al Limoncello — A Frozen Finale Where chilled espresso meets citrus sunshine — a midsummer indulgence, light as air and kissed with gold. This frozen treat balances the bold intensity of espresso with the bright, citrusy notes of limoncello — a refreshingly light finish to summer evenings. Serve in chilled glasses with a dollop... Continue Reading →
CÔTE D’AZUR CITRUS CHEESECAKE
A Riviera-inspired twist on a golden-age classic. With a Biscoff cookie crust, citrus-kissed filling, and a silky sour cream topping, this chilled cheesecake channels the elegance of vintage seaside holidays. Meant to be served under striped umbrellas with a glass of sparkling rosé.
Raspberry Almond Tea Cake
A delicate almond tea cake with fresh raspberries folded into a buttery crumb and scattered on top like little love notes. Light, lovely, and perfect for brunch, tea, or garden celebrations.