Dessert Recipes | Fun and Food Cafe

Coconut Panna Cotta with Berry Topping

February 3, 2011 by Mansi

Coconut Panna Cotta with Berries Panna Cotta is famous for its creamy texture but light and mild flavor. Also, unlike other heavier Italian desserts, this one is a quick-fix, and does not mess up your weighing scale much. It is very simple to make, and you can add any flavored extract that you like to suit your taste-buds. The recipe below is adapted from an original Whole Foods recipe, where I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dessert Recipes, Food, Italian Recipes

Plum Cheesecake Bars

January 19, 2011 by Mansi

Plum Cheesecake BarsAs spring approaches, it is fun to visit the local farmer's market and grab some lovely fresh produce, mainly seasonal fruits that is available in bounty. Plums are still running strong in California, and if you are looking for a unique way to use these fruits, these decadent cheesecake bars are meant just for you! Also, as Valentine's Day is right around the corner, I am sure … [Read more...]

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Blueberry Muffins With Streusel Topping

January 17, 2011 by Mansi

Blueberry Muffins with Streusel ToppingWhen it comes to the battle of the berries, more often than not, the tiny deep blue berries packed with tonnes of flavor, a sweet/savory taste and a boot-load of anti-oxidants, often win the race. Just a small cup of Blueberries can be so healthy and nutritious to your body. Throw some on your breakfast oatmeal, mix them with granola, blend them to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch Recipes, Dessert Recipes, Food, Muffin Recipes Tagged With: berries, blueberries

Baked Sweet Potato Pie

January 11, 2011 by Mansi

Homemade Sweet Potato PieSweet Potatoes are a very versatile ingredient that is often kept on the back-burner. These delicately sweet tubers are a powerhouse of nutrition too, giving you all the more reason to cook with them. Baked Sweet Potato Fries are my absolute favorites - if you haven't tried them yet, I urge you to do so! However, this tempting Sweet Potato Pie that comes from Susan aka … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dessert Recipes, Food, Pie Recipes Tagged With: thanksgiving

Caramel Pecan Brownies

December 21, 2010 by Mansi

Caramel Pecan BrowniesBrownies are a dessert-lover's best friend. They come in so many forms and are so deliciously versatile, that its hard not to love them. Plus, they are easier to bake than anything else, even cookies! Brownies can be kept really plain and simple for a picnic or a potluck, but if you want something fancy this holiday season, try these Caramel Pecan Brownies, courtesy of Fine … [Read more...]

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Bread Pudding With Rum Raisin Custard Sauce

December 17, 2010 by Mansi

Traditional Bread Pudding with Rum-Raisin CustardHolidays are a time to share and spread the holiday cheer, and one thing that unites people in this festive season is definitely Food. Usually, when you plan a party, you try to go for individual desserts, as they look great and feel sophisticated. but if you are looking for a grand holiday dessert, try this traditional Bread Pudding, recipe … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dessert Recipes, Food Tagged With: christmas, thanksgiving

Yule Log Christmas Cake (Video Included)

December 14, 2010 by Mansi

Christmas Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)Almost everyone knows one version or another about the Yule Log tradition that finds it way in Christmas celebrations. But from all the versions I have read, it stands to convey the message that burning of a Yule Log, mostly a branch cut from the Christmas tree itself, signifies the end of the dark dull days of Winter, as one ushers in the power of the Sun. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cake Recipes, Dessert Recipes, Food Tagged With: christmas

How to maintain healthy glowing skin as you age…

Image Credit: Alexander Grey from Unsplash. Getting older is often seen as a good thing, but it also comes with its drawbacks. One of the more notable is how it affects peoples’ appearances. Fine lines, wrinkles, and gray hairs all start setting it. It’s not uncommon to want to prevent these, and you could want to maintain your appearance as you get older. It’s a natural desire to have, even if it seems like it’s impossible. It could be more within your reach than you’d think, though. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be complicated. Once you know what you’re doing, there shouldn’t be anything to worry about. Some steps and tips could … [Read More...]

Seasonal Depression is a Thing – Here’s how to win over it…

Image credit As the days get shorter and winter settles in, it’s no wonder that many people start to feel a bit low. Actually, a large number of people tend to feel this way! So, it’s usually called the “winter blues,” “seasonal depression,” or even the more official term “seasonal affective disorder.” it’s just a common struggle that lasts for multiple months. If you live in places in the world with six months of darkness, then the rates go up a lot higher. But why is this so common? Well, there are a lot of reasons, such as less daylight (meaning less vitamin D and A), holiday pressures, colder weather, and those sky-high heating … [Read More...]

6 Unique & Unheard Ways To Reduce Stress…

Pexels - CC0 License There are so many of us who are absolutely sick of feeling stressed all day, every day, and if you are one of those people, it can almost be overwhelming to see the wealth of options for treating our stress levels. We need quick ways, we need ones that benefit us over time, but we also need access to things that are not necessarily conventional. There are plenty of unique ways to reduce stress levels that you may find interesting but also, more importantly, effective: Purify the Air We need to remember that cleaner air is something that can help us with our overall well-being, and this could reduce … [Read More...]

How to plan for a stress-free retirement…

Source: Unsplash (CC0) Thinking about retirement planning already? Whether it feels miles away or just around the corner, planning for your retirement doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. The key is to break it down into manageable steps and, most importantly, make sure it’s something you actually want to achieve. So let’s walk through some tips that’ll help you build a retirement plan you feel confident about, plus we’ll tackle important topics like Medicare and Medicare Advantage along the way. Tips for Defining Your Retirement Goals Visualize your day-to-day: Think about where you’d like to live, what activities … [Read More...]

Going Beyond Digital Marketing: Expanding Your Business Horizon…

Digital marketing has quickly become an indispensable strategy for reaching and engaging consumers. However, in an era where brands vie for attention online, simply relying on digital tactics can become restrictive. If you want your business to move to the next level, expanding its horizon beyond digital may require innovative thinking outside the digital box. In this blog, we will look at a few approaches you could try that will increase its reach while deepening your customer relations. Photo by Luca Bravo on Unsplash Cultivate a Community Forming a sense of community around your brand goes far beyond traditional digital … [Read More...]