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Some New Changes and an Etsy Shop!

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In my last post, I mentioned that I’m working on some new and exciting projects. Well here it is! The official launch of my Lou & Esi Etsy shop! My first three designs are near and dear to my heart as it represents where I’m from and who I am.

April 25, 2013 2 comments Continue reading →

California Avocados & Guacamole

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So I had the honor of being invited to a luncheon at Dos Caminos this past Saturday, sponsored by the California Avocado Commission. I must say I wasn’t sure what to expect – since it was my first food blogger event – but I had so much fun! The afternoon started off with some unique [...]

May 22, 2012 6 comments Continue reading →

Whole Wheat Blueberry Banana Bread

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Why exactly is banana bread called banana “bread?” There is no yeast in it. It doesn’t have the texture of bread. Why isn’t it called banana cake because that’s technically what it is. If you make it in a cupcake pan it can also be called banana muffin. However, no matter the form or name [...]

May 15, 2012 15 comments Continue reading →

Mango Macarons!

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Success! So after days of research, reading the recipes over and over again, and waiting for my egg whites to age, I have achieved macaron success! There were more than a few hiccups and questions along the way, but I was so excited when I finally bit into that macaron and it was exactly what [...]

May 8, 2012 3 comments Continue reading →

Cookies & Cream aka Homemade ‘Oreos’

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The NYC Bake Sale this weekend was not only a success, it was so much fun! I had a great time meeting other bloggers and helping to sell the baked goods – all thanks to the wonderful Lillian and Ken, who organized the amazing event. So as promised, here is the recipe for the cookies [...]

April 30, 2012 5 comments Continue reading →