Wise words from Ernestine Ulmer.
I meant to do a series of posts about my various bday month projects - sewing, baking, knitting and general indulgences. But so many indulgences left little time for blogging. So, belatedly, here is a wrap up and also what I ate on my birthday:
I know. It isn't cake. But you have to admit that birthday Gianduja Pudding served in a champagne glass is pretty awesome. I keep a folder of recipes that I've ripped out of magazines and newspapers. This recipe was inspired by Dorie Greenspan's Chocolate Pudding. The only real change was that this version, by Sara Dickerman, incorporated hazelnuts for a nutella-like flavor. MMmmmm....
I've been on a pudding kick lately because of running. Drinking a tall glass of chocolate milk is actually one of the best things you can do for yourself to recover from a hard workout. So, it really wasn't much of a leap to chocolate pudding for post-run refueling, and from there to making my own from scratch. And from there to making this truly luxurious version.
This pudding is an all grown up and no skimping on the chocolate and egg yolks version. If, like me, you grew up with Jello Pudding with Cool Whip on top, this will be a revelation to you.
The Wrap Up
My first indulgence was to participate in K-Line's lingerie shop along. I'm happy to report that all my new lingerie fits beautifully, especially the Passionata set from Fig Leaves which is even prettier in person. It arrived from the UK in a speedy 10 days. Bravo, Fig Leaves!
I've been celebrating in waves all month - dinner with Phin on my Bday, dinner with my parents the weekend I gave my mom the Victory Socks, running with Mar Mar and an Oktoberfest party with my family... And now, I am at the start of my Kimono project - sheer indulgence. But all things must come to an end. My last Bday festivity is tomorrow - a visit to a Haunted House and drinks with some close friends. And, ladies and gents, I will be wearing my completed leather jacket.
So, tune in on Monday! Have a great weekend!
I meant to do a series of posts about my various bday month projects - sewing, baking, knitting and general indulgences. But so many indulgences left little time for blogging. So, belatedly, here is a wrap up and also what I ate on my birthday:
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| Thank you, Dorie Greenspan! |
I know. It isn't cake. But you have to admit that birthday Gianduja Pudding served in a champagne glass is pretty awesome. I keep a folder of recipes that I've ripped out of magazines and newspapers. This recipe was inspired by Dorie Greenspan's Chocolate Pudding. The only real change was that this version, by Sara Dickerman, incorporated hazelnuts for a nutella-like flavor. MMmmmm....
I've been on a pudding kick lately because of running. Drinking a tall glass of chocolate milk is actually one of the best things you can do for yourself to recover from a hard workout. So, it really wasn't much of a leap to chocolate pudding for post-run refueling, and from there to making my own from scratch. And from there to making this truly luxurious version.
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| Not jello pudding. |
This pudding is an all grown up and no skimping on the chocolate and egg yolks version. If, like me, you grew up with Jello Pudding with Cool Whip on top, this will be a revelation to you.
The Wrap Up
My first indulgence was to participate in K-Line's lingerie shop along. I'm happy to report that all my new lingerie fits beautifully, especially the Passionata set from Fig Leaves which is even prettier in person. It arrived from the UK in a speedy 10 days. Bravo, Fig Leaves!
I've been celebrating in waves all month - dinner with Phin on my Bday, dinner with my parents the weekend I gave my mom the Victory Socks, running with Mar Mar and an Oktoberfest party with my family... And now, I am at the start of my Kimono project - sheer indulgence. But all things must come to an end. My last Bday festivity is tomorrow - a visit to a Haunted House and drinks with some close friends. And, ladies and gents, I will be wearing my completed leather jacket.
So, tune in on Monday! Have a great weekend!
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