Fondant Chocolate Birthday Cake
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

Fondant Chocolate Birthday Cake

This One-Bowl Chocolate Cake is a rich and decadent moist chocolate cake that comes together in just one bowl. The fudgy frosting is irresistible. Follow the instructions below to frost the 3-layer cake easily. This is my go-to birthday cake but it’s perfect for any occasion.

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Espresso Biscuits and Ice Cream
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

Espresso Biscuits and Ice Cream

Savour the flavours of our Espresso Biscuits and Ice Cream! Enjoy a crunchy espresso biscuit paired with creamy, high-quality ice cream that melts in your mouth. This delightful combination is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. The bold espresso and sweet cream complement each other beautifully, making it a treat you can't resist. Indulge yourself or a special someone with this unforgettable dessert!

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Blueberry Pancakes
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

Blueberry Pancakes

Christmas morning...I remember my mother­in­law would wake up really
early to prepare the turkey and while the turkey was roasting she would begin breakfast. So much wonderful food, with music on the radio and Bing Crosby on TV, with wrapping paper strewn about and everyone hanging around the kitchen...these are some of my fondest memories.

And here are my favourite pancakes, but I certainly don’t reserve these just for the holidays, they are fantastic and comforting all year long.

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Olive Bread
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

Olive Bread

Why is the idea of baking bread, like pastry considered to be a complicated and time consuming task when it’s really quite simple? Modern day bread machines have certainly made it easy, but even if by hand, making bread is simple.

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The Eaton’s Red Velvet Cake
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

The Eaton’s Red Velvet Cake

My friend Laura remembers Saturday shopping trips with her mom. They would ride the bus to Eaton's, a downtown department store, and always end their day with Eaton's Special Red Velvet Cake. Someone shared the recipe with her and she's sharing it here with us. A stunning red and gloriously rich red, velvety cake.

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