Bourbon Date Cake

When I went to Marrakech, I was converted to dates. I had never completely signed on as a fan, but when you try things at the source, you typically get what the hype is about. The hype reached another level when I had dinner on the rooftop of Nomad, overlooking the spice souk and watching … Continue reading Bourbon Date Cake

Five Spice Carrot Cakes with Bourbon Cream Cheese Glaze

I get that this recipe name is really long and basically sounds like something from a Masterchef challenge, but it's a lot of good stuff and it all matters! I had the idea to make mini spiced bundts with bourbon and cream cheese but kept putting it off for other things (pie), but all the … Continue reading Five Spice Carrot Cakes with Bourbon Cream Cheese Glaze

Maple Bourbon Pear Galette

I looked at the calendar this week and realized that Thanksgiving is about a week sooner than I thought, which got me plotting potential holiday fall treats! I've discussed my love for pears in fall desserts multiple times, but I need to reiterate that when combined with bourbon and maple, pears may beat out your … Continue reading Maple Bourbon Pear Galette

Bourbon Browned Butter Tarts

I feel like as soon as I got back from Boston, fall unceremoniously came and knocked us off our feet. No more easing into September with warm days and nights where bare legs are still ok, but "bring out your leather jackets and tights because fall is here" weather. So what better way to stay … Continue reading Bourbon Browned Butter Tarts

Maple Pear Bourbon Pie

Not to exaggerate, but this pie is going to warm your soul and make you ok with the fact that we're still a month or two away from spring pies. This winter I've really started to appreciate pear pies - I think they're definitely underrated and they're so versatile. Pears go perfectly with chocolate, spices … Continue reading Maple Pear Bourbon Pie