Una Torta Per Una Cara Amica… A Cake For A Dear Friend…

When I thought of Tami's Birthday Lunch,  I decided on " Bohemian Springtime" as the theme…Tami loves color ,  and I wanted to do something a little different than the typical pinks,  lavender,  and other pastels that are the essence of springtime.  I painted the cake with my version of dandelions or allium , and made stylized hollyhocks and sunflowers …Inside,  the cake was a Limoncello Cake with sweetened Mascarpone and Lemon Curd.

Una Torta Per Giu Giu… A Cake For Giu Giu…

Giu Giu had a Ballet Recital last night ,  and rather than bring her flowers,  I thought i'd make her a cake.  A very girly cake… Barbie,  Pink , and sparkles.   She absolutely loved it!

Che Bella Giornata… What A Lovely Day…

We had the best Mother's Day … Jim,  Nicola,  Priscilla,  and  Nick made us a beautiful dinner at  at Anna and Nicola's . We moms were not allowed to do any of the work,   so we just relaxed  and enjoyed a beautiful sun shiny day.  It was a special time together,  and we're so grateful to have Mom with us for yet another Mother's Day.

Happy Mother's Day…

Giardino E Cucina… Garden And Kitchen…

As usual,  i've been spending a lot of time in the garden and the kitchen. The raised beds have been planted with the a nice variety of plants.   Tomatos,  Eggplant,  Zucchini,  Pumpkins,  Onions, Carrots,  Beets,  Romanesco Cauliflower ,  various Herbs,  Sunflowers,  and other companion Flowers for attracting Bees.  It's been fun,  and now I have to be patient,  while waiting for everything to grow,  and fill in.  Priscilla was home for the weekend,  so time in the kitchen is always a must… Breakfast pastry…two cream cheese and fig,   and another with chocolate and cream cheese.