Anything But Plain: Vanilla Oreo Birthday Cake

It’s hot and humid here in good ‘ol NYC, and I’ve had enough of the weather. The number one lesson I’ve learned about this sticky, stuffy, oppressive heat — aside from the fact that it makes me one cantankerous little lady — is it really, really puts a damper on any attempt to make buttercream. … more »

Keepin’ Up with TRB: Teflon Interview

If you’ve been a faithful follower of TRB, you’ve probably noticed I’ve been injecting more of my own personality lately. Oh, I’m not being facetious — trust me, you’ll know when that’s the case. This is a fact.  When I started this blog three years ago, I’ll admit, I wasn’t sure if it would be… more »

Week in a Day TRB’s Way: Roasted Chicken and Potatoes with Tomatoes, Pancetta and Garlic

As the days get busier and busier, I’m constantly devising strategies for home-cooked meals that don’t require tons of time in the kitchen. In fact, I often take a page out of my Mom’s playbook and prepare a menu for the week on Sunday. (And, she did this wayyyyy before there was Rachel Ray or “Week… more »

Quick and Easy: Lemon “Brownies”

We seriously couldn’t have asked for better weather in NYC this past weekend. In fact, I don’t think I realized how much I missed the sunshine until two gorgeous days were bestowed on us. Subconsciously, though, I must have been associating my craving for the sun with lemons because all I could think about was… more »

The Best Thing I Ever Made: Oreo Birthday Cake

Have you ever watched that Food Network show featuring celebrity chefs who recount some of the best things they ever made? You definitely have. I bet you sat there and thought to yourself, “How obnoxious. They’re trained culinary wizards. Everything they make is the BEST!” Right? Well, I’m here to tell you, it’s only obnoxious… more »