“…perfect for dunking, they would soak up a little coffee softening just enough to achieve a perfect texture & for the flavours to mingle on and tantalize my taste buds…” this was my pleasure upon discovering biscotti when I first visited Italy. Fabulous & so simple to make, even for a novice cook!

This is a beautiful dessert to serve after a rich meal because the sponge cake and meringue are very light. The preparation itself is simple. The meringue is the longest to cook – but you can prepare everything ahead of time & assemble the torte just prior to serving, so it’s a perfect dessert for entertaining ♥

The freshness of lime zest perfumes these rich, tender scones, and makes them look very pretty as well! Prepare the dry ingredients the night before, then it takes only a few minutes to prepare them in the morning ♥

Cupcakes for the coffee and Irish whisky lover, these are made of delicate sponge cake flavoured with concentrated espresso, topped with a buttercream flavoured with espresso, Glenlivet single malt whisky, and a touch of vanilla.

One of my favourite English traditions is an elegant afternoon tea, where fine English tea is served in the best porcelain cups, accompanied by tiny finger sandwiches and dainty buttery pastries. These heavenly “petits gâteaux” are worthy of traditional afternoon teas!

This fresh blackberry, sour cream & pecan coffee-cake is made with brown sugar and delicately perfumed with cinnamon and lemon zest. Why not make it this weekend!