Few family reunion traditions have the power to strike fear into my heart the way cook-offs do. The competition is fierce and intimidating. The results are mouth-wateringly delicious. And beautiful. This year my clever sister-in-law threw a little twist into the competition, taking it to a new level of fun. The adults who had […]
Lemon tastes like sunshine. Not the relentless burning sunshine of a desert summer, of course. Lemon tastes like the light, delightful sunshine that kisses your face on a spring day. Lemon makes me smile. I love lemon bars – but let’s be honest. I rarely have the time and patience to make them. So when I […]
This particular cookie is an adaptation of a favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe from my childhood. It’s pretty much the best. Once upon a time I ran out of chocolate chips, and after a few substitutions these were the delicious result. If you happen to be out of cranberries and almonds, feel free to substitute […]
What’s not to love about gelato? As promised, today I’m sharing my favorite recipe for Chocolate Gelato. Well, Nutella Gelato to be more precise. And to spread the love just a bit further, I’ve decided to share it on a printable recipe card. Ice cream isn’t my favorite dessert – but gelato is different. Experts […]
It really *IS* a cupcake kind of day. . . I think I’m going to let my own little Chef Alonzo have free rein in the kitchen for awhile. Cupcakes are his specialty, which is what inspired this sweet digi stamp in the first place. Chocolate cupcakes. Or white. I don’t much care at this […]
Hi! I’m Barbara Anne Williams, a designer and illustrator living in the Rocky Mountains of Northern Utah. I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, the scent of old books, and the kindness of everyday heroes.
