Valentine Season is officially upon us! If you've been following Me and Annabel Lee for the past couple of years, you know it's an exciting time around here! I don't know what it is about this holiday.... I really don't like traditional Valentine's Day at all.... but my version … [Read more...]
The Dark Side of the Moon
It is time for me to get into the kitchen and start working on the menu for my upcoming dinner party. For those of you that don't already know, I've spent the past few weeks hard at work preparing for a party to honor witches and their craft. With Halloween and Samhain right … [Read more...]
That’s Going to Leave a Mark
This is my favorite time of year to find gadgets for my kitchen. Halloween is obviously the only time of year you can pick up bat chocolate molds and skull cake pans and raven cookie cutters in everyday stores, so I tend to buy 'em if I see 'em. As I've mentioned time again... … [Read more...]
Cameo Appearance
These Victorian Skeleton Cameo Cookies make a perfect wedding favor for those of you looking to add some Gothic or Victorian details to your wedding. Not only a delicious treat, but a beautiful touch of dark decor. No wedding in your future? I'm sure you can find an excuse to … [Read more...]
A Baker and Her Skulls….
Skulls, skulls.... oh yeah... and some more skulls. You're probably noticing a trend lately. Truth be told, I like skulls 365 days a year.... but there is just something about this time of year when skulls are out on store shelves in full force. It inspires me to break out all … [Read more...]
Skulls and Shortbread
It's official.... Halloween merchandise is out in stores!! It might only be August but all of these skulls on the shelves have me devilishly giddy! So, I decided to change it up a bit this week in honor of the beginning of Halloween. I'm putting my black paint away, and … [Read more...]
Candy Cane Dipped Oreo Cookies
I happened upon a bag of Wilton's Candy Cane Candy Melts while shopping one day. It is a Limited Edition flavor, so I knew I had to capitalize on the find! I had made dipped Oreos in the past, and they were always a success... so why not combine Oreos with the flavors of … [Read more...]
Oatmeal Date Walnut Bars
Another recipe passed down from Mama's kitchen.... I make these Oatmeal Date Walnut Bars every year as part of my Holiday Baking Extravaganza. … [Read more...]
