Since it’s Christmas, I’m sure you’d agree with me that it’s appropriate to have macarons flavoured for the merry season. It’s been a while since I’ve designed a new flavour for my macarons, as I’ve been far too busy dreaming up other desserts [see previous posts for Tarts]. However as I prepare for our trip…
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Chestnut macarons
Chestnuts have a special place in my memories. From the great – chestnut cream layered sponge cake that was to be found at most birthday celebrations (mango is also a very popular option) – to the not so great – braised chicken with chestnuts. Well at least I remember not liking it so much because…
Creme brûlée macarons
Thinking about creme brûlée desserts, what comes to your mind right away? For me it is the scent of caramel and vanilla, the beautiful golden colour of the brittle on top, the cracking sound of it breaking as you lightly but assertively knock it with your spoon and then the velvety creamy custard as you…
Earl Grey macarons
Finally I held my first macaron class this weekend! After sampling my macarons at a gathering last week, a few of my friends asked for a class and as the saying goes ‘Strike while the iron is hot’ we organised for a class straight away. While we did some of my usual flavours, like coffee…
Orange and dark chocolate ganache macarons
I love orange-flavoured dark chocolate, to me that’s a match made in heaven and whenever I’m given the option of a variety of chocolate truffles, I would go for this over any other. I’ve used Valrhona orange dark chocolate to make my ganache – I’ve been saving them for just this special occasion. They are…
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