Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // May 1, 2018 // Comments off

Happy May! How is everyone doing? I’m doing ok trying to catch up with my hikes and somewhat eating a bit healthier. I suffer from high blood pressure and cholesterol (it’s in my genes, everyone in my family has the... Continue reading →

Apple Crisp

by SandraWidick // April 24, 2018 // Comments off

We were so busy last Sunday with house chores and also worried because one of my dogs was stung by a bee and had a horrible reaction . After a long day, my husband grilled some turkey burgers and I... Continue reading →

Brix Chocolate Bourbon Brownies

by SandraWidick // April 18, 2018 // Comments off

It’s been cold for the last couple of days here in Northern California. We had rain, wind and hail, it really got super crazy! I was craving brownies so I decided to bake some and I added bourbon to... Continue reading →

Strawberry Fantasia Cake

by SandraWidick // April 17, 2018 // Comments off

My husband and I like to go wine tasting around the Napa Valley area. A couple of years ago, we discovered a beautiful winery called Castello Di Amorosa which is in Calistoga. After visiting a few times, we decided to... Continue reading →

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // March 29, 2018 // Comments off

Hi everybody! I can’t believe March is almost over and Easter is just around the corner which we won’t celebrate this year because my husband’s family is traveling to LA to attend their uncle’s “Celebration of Life” who passed away... Continue reading →

Guinness Jameson Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // March 14, 2018 // Comments off

Hey everyone! I’m back with a new recipe for Saint Patrick’s Day. I’m not Irish but I love to celebrate it. Maybe I’ll go to Tahoe this weekend with my husband to enjoy the cold weather and have a couple... Continue reading →

Mocha Cake

by SandraWidick // November 15, 2017 // Comments off

It’s raining right now in Northern California, feels cold outside. My heater is on and I’m drinking coffee . I’m thinking about it’s time to start decorating for Christmas but maybe I’ll do it this weekend. Yesterday, I was... Continue reading →

Chocolate Chip Muffins

by SandraWidick // November 10, 2017 // Comments off

Weather has cool down a lot here in Northern California. I already bought a new pair of fluffy slippers, made hot cocoa and started wearing Christmas sweaters. My husband says that he is not ready for Christmas yet and I’m... Continue reading →

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