Food, Joyful Living

On the Second Day of Katiemas, I Ate a Bag of Marshmallows

File under: I regret nothing Bonjour! I am really getting into the holidays this year, so through The Twelve Days of Katiemas (patent pending), I am trying to incorporate a little holly jolly into each day. Alas, I have not actually eaten an entire bag of marshmallows, but the day is young yet, and the… Continue reading On the Second Day of Katiemas, I Ate a Bag of Marshmallows

Joyful Living

The Twelve Days of Katiemas Has Begun

File under: We need a little Christmas now Bonjour! I am so ready for the holidays. After a long few pandemic-y years, it’s time wear cozy socks, drink hot chocolate, listen to holiday music, and channel a general holly-jolly vibe. It’s time to try to relax, unwind, and let go of some lingering anxieties and… Continue reading The Twelve Days of Katiemas Has Begun

Food, Recipes

Halloween Candy Bark (Repost)

Bonjour! Today’s post reshares my recipe for Halloween candy bark, originally published in fall 2020. Enjoy! Halloween candy bark As summer slides into fall, leaves change color, and Halloween approaches, I start to anticipate all the fun planning, decorating, baking, and gift wrapping I get to do in the coming months. Not only is Halloween… Continue reading Halloween Candy Bark (Repost)

Food, Recipes

Apple Fritter Cake with Maple Icing

Bonjour! The change of summer to autumn always has me looking forward to seeing the leaves change colors, decorating with pumpkins, and wearing flannel anything. Today’s post features a simple recipe for a tasty apple fritter cake with maple icing - just in time for fall! Apple fritter cake I love apple fritters and had… Continue reading Apple Fritter Cake with Maple Icing

Food, Recipes

Irish Soda Quick Bread

Bonjour! It's been awhile since I baked, and I'm ready to get back in the kitchen and have some fun. As St. Patrick's Day approaches, I'm feeling inspired to try my hand at Irish soda bread. Happy St. Patrick's Day! I tried this traditional in Ireland when I visited in 2017 (and met Winnie!). The… Continue reading Irish Soda Quick Bread

Food, Recipes

Halloween Candy Bark

Bonjour! As summer slides into fall, leaves change color, and Halloween approaches, I start to anticipate all the fun planning, decorating, baking, and gift wrapping I get to do in the coming months. Not only is Halloween the official kickoff of the holiday saison, it's a great excuse to eat lots of candy corn and… Continue reading Halloween Candy Bark