Monthly Archives: December 2014

Pistachio cardamom cake with pomegranate

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas with a ton of delicious food and perhaps even a touch of snow? In Denmark the white stuff appeared, as if on cue, just around the 24th. And then vanished as gently … Continue reading

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Lucia brød (Advent saffron buns)

One more recipe before Christmas – a treat that is a holiday essential in my family. I’ve saved the best for last. Danish ‘Lucia brød’, known to Swedes as ‘Lussekatte’, is a traditional Swedish bun baked in celebration of Saint Lucia, … Continue reading

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Homemade Christmas gifts: Winter marmalade

Christmas is one week away, and whether you are the type who has all your presents sorted weeks ahead or the one who goes into panic mode at the very last minute, Christmas is expensive. Especially on a student budget. … Continue reading

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Pancakes with caramel and blackberry compote

As winter tightens its grip and days get darker and chillier, even the littlest repository of summer berries is treasure. Recently, on a particularly grim day, my last portion of blackberries was summoned from the icy depths of the freezer … Continue reading

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