Apples

A Very Dramatic Apple

A very dramatic apple reads the opening poem from my book FRUIT CAKE: Recipes for the Curious Baker (William Morrow, 2020).

First to show was sweet Clement
Richard often came and went
Unlike Sal who settled in
Instantly becoming kin
Thinking there was room for more
Florence flitted through the door
Leon, Gerald, Evan, Ray—
It seems their numbers grow each day
Exhausted as I try and try
Still these fruit flies will not die
— Fruit Cake

New Work: "Perfect Pairs" dessert story for Martha Stewart Weddings

Peanut Butter and Jelly Mousse Cakes. Photo by Paul Barbera for Martha Stewart Weddings.

Check out the Martha Stewart Weddings Fall Real Weddings special issue for my "Perfect Pairs" story, combining classic flavors into new ideas for weddings desserts. Want to taste? All the recipes are available on their website.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake. Photo by Paul Barbera for Martha Stewart Weddings.

Apple Pie Whoopie Pies. Photo by Paul Barbera for Martha Stewart Weddings.

Wine and Cheese Cannoli. Photo by Paul Barbera for Martha Stewart Weddings.

Stout and Pretzels. Photo by Paul Barbera for Martha Stewart Weddings.