Monthly Archives: December 2011

Robicelli’s

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Elizabeth

Over the years, I’ve done my fair share of New York cupcake sampling. I don’t always race out right away to try a new baker, but I have been curious to try Robicelli’s ever since I started reading about them over a year ago. … Continue reading →

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Nutella Oatmeal Cream Pies

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Elizabeth

These were originally just going to be Nutella Oatmeal cookies. Shannon had some bloggers over to her place for a cookie swap this past weekend and I debated for days what to make. After taking inventory of my ingredients, I … Continue reading →

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Cherry Almond Biscotti

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Elizabeth

I’ve long been a fan of dried cherries. They’re plump, sweet, and nicely chewy. It might not sound like a ringing endorsement, but their texture has always reminded me of gummy fruit snacks that I ate when I was little. … Continue reading →

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Lavender Moon Cupcakery and Old Town Alexandria

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Elizabeth

Final DC post. I’d been to DC several times prior to this visit, so this time around, I was determined to go beyond what I’d already seen. After some research I decided on Old Town Alexandria, VA, which seemed like … Continue reading →

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