In Milan, as everywhere in Italy, you’ll want to try the local gelato– specifically, the stracciatella flavor, which is light vanilla ice cream packed with slivers or chunks of chocolate. But knowing where to get the best gelato in Milan, however, can be a slightly overwhelming endeavor. Fortunately, we can help you with that. 🙂 […]
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The 7 Best Places to Get Cool Birthday Cake in Providence, Rhode Island
If you need a birthday cake in Providence, Rhode Island, you might initially think that your only option is to go to Federal Hill, where all the best Italian bakeries are located. This is certainly a good strategy– though Rhode Island’s capital city has a much more diverse birthday cake scene (is that a scene?) […]
The 5 Best Coffee Shops in Milan, Italy
Whether you’re a cafe lover, a coffee snob, a baked goods enthusiast or simply want to experience the quintessential urban Italian experience, the best cafes and coffee shops in Milan deliver on the promise of sensational vibes and atmosphere in Italy’s fashion capital. The subtle details of cafe culture in Milan, Italy are part of […]
The Best Chocolate Babka in NYC: 5 Delicious Classics
Chocolate babka is one of those New York City food staples that, like bagels and pizza, is the subject of much fanfare. Where to get the best chocolate babka in NYC, moreover, is a matter of fierce debate, with locals and foodie tourists alike clamoring to try all the best iterations of this niche New […]
The Best Shave Ice on O’ahu: 6 Cool Places to Try This Hawaiian Staple
What bagels are to New York City and what coffee is to Portland, shave ice is to Hawai’i– particularly O’ahu, where the best shave ice is made. This Asian/Pacific Rim-influenced version of a snow cone (albeit a much better snowcone) is a classic Hawaiian dessert. You can’t leave the island without trying shave ice– just […]
Natalie Portman’s Vegan Hamantaschen Recipe
The latest recipe in G&L’s Nourished By My Heroes series is a fun one: Natalie Portman’s vegan hamantaschen recipe. Hamantaschen are classic, triangle-shaped filled cookies that originate in Israel and enjoy massive popularity in many parts of Eastern Europe. The cookie casing can range from hard, almost like a shortbread, to more dough-y, akin to […]
Gâteau au Yaourt (Yogurt Cake) Recipe from Bringing up Bébé
The latest Nourished By My Heroes recipe comes from Pamela Druckerman’s cultishly beloved parenting book, Bringing up BĂ©bĂ©. This recipe for Gâteau au Yaourt (Yogurt Cake), was referenced early on in the book’s discussion of feeding children and how to encourage them to become independent, confident, curious eaters. For me, this Gâteau au Yaourt recipe is […]
Juniper Glazed Walnut Shortbread Recipe (A Sweet Digestif)
This juniper glazed walnut shortbread cookie recipe might just be the perfect winter digestif. The cookie itself is not too sweet, paired with a sweet, herbaceous juniper glaze. Because juniper reminisces of pine and is super wintery, it’s a favorite among mixologists, who often use it in cold-weather cocktails. Here, we developed this delicious crumbly […]
6 Sweet Gifts That Spark Wonder & Awe
Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, housewarming, or holiday, these thoughtful, charmingly sweet gift ideas will spark wonder and joy any time of year. From edible treats to shippable sweets and every socially conscious, allergy-friendly, gluten-free, organic, and vegan option in between, this shoppable guide has a little bit of something for every sweet tooth. […]
Meryl Streep’s Pistachio Rose Shortbread
The latest recipe in our Nourished By My Heroes series is based on Meryl Streep’s cookie recipe, which I originally saw in an old Good Housekeeping feature from years ago. These delicious pistachio-rose shortbread cookies are an homage to Meryl Streep’s original almond shortbread cookie recipe. The short crumb and delicate rose flavor of these […]