by Ko Akasaka | Apr 20, 2019
When I was living on a hilltop in San Francisco, in the area called Russian Hill, I had a spectacular view of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay through huge one-piece windows from both the living and dining rooms of my apartment. The apartment wasn’t that...
by Ko Akasaka | Apr 10, 2019
Strawberry Shortcake is one of the best American dessert classics, along with Apple Pie, Peach Cobbler, Banana Bread, Pecan Pie, Brownies and Chocolate Chip Cookies, and it is my favorite for spring. Fresh local strawberries are starting to appear in our local market....
by Ko Akasaka | Apr 6, 2019
Cookie or mini cake? Whatever they’re called, Madeleines stand out as a great baked pastry. The beautiful classic, scallop-shell shape, tender warm texture, fresh citrus and slightly sweet natural honey flavor… it’s all part of the allure of Madeleines. Colorful...
