Una Torta Per Anna… A Cake For Anna…

A citrusy sweet,  ombre,  garden inspired cake for a sweet,  garden-loving sister… done in her favorite color.   

Dolci Che Amo… Sweets I Love…

So many more than just these… but right now,  I am loving these,  tried and true sweets… Chocolate Caramel Tart,  Coconut Cream Bread Pudding,  Pear Tart,  Raspberry Almond Tart,  Strawberry and Rosemary Scones,  Cannoli,  and,  Cute Animal Cookies…

Cose Che Amo… Things That I Love…

Beautiful food,  and beautiful presentation has always been so important to me,  just as it always was for Dad.  Right now,  more than ever,  I am really loving the roses in my garden… the English ones in particular… they are so happy right now.  The colors seem more spectacular than ever,  Anna says they've never been prettier… I have to agree.  The beautiful shapes,  and the different fragrances just amaze me… adding Roses to my Lemon Swirl Cheesecake,  and to Linda's Birthday Cake was an easy way to make something delicious,  pretty…

Buon Compleanno Mamma … Happy Birthday Mom …

We finally celebrated Mom's Birthday… with lots of family and friends.  Unfortunately,  Frances was not able to come from Italy for the party, but  It was so much fun.   Mom enjoyed herself,  and seemed to understand that all the fuss was for her.  Lots of food… A Strawberry Limoncello Cake,  Happy Pinwheel Decorations,  and Roses and Flowers from my garden,  made for beautiful celebration.  So thankful to have Mom  healthy and happy at 95!