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Serena Colella
Jul 23, 20231 min read
Honey Crusted Pain Perdu
Leftover country bread or as seen here flaky croissants work incredibly well for pain perdu. The dish is defined by the honey and the...
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nadia colella
May 11, 20232 min read
Pavlova with Peaches & Lemon Cream
Light and delightful, this melt-in-your-mouth pavlova is perfectly sweet with a touch of tartness. An impressive addition to your Spring...
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nadia colella
Mar 24, 20232 min read
Torta della Nonna
I am taking you to the streets of Toscana with the classic Torta della Nonna. Flakey tender shortcrust filled with luscious lemon pastry...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Bourbon Spiced Peach Shortcakes
The sugary scent of peaches in Ontario every August remind me of my childhood summers spent in the Niagara region. Bursting with juicy...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Lemon Blueberry Pancakes
Who doesn’t love a little breakfast in bed? Especially pancakes! Lemon blueberry is one of my most beloved flavour combinations, and...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20233 min read
Tarte Tropézienne
The tarte Tropézienne is a dessert that is said to have dated back as far as the mid-seventeenth century. This delight became more...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Classic French Soufflé
These classic French soufflés are light and airy with a subtle egg flavour. They are not too sweet, which why I love to make a crème...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Heavenly Chocolate Soufflé Cake
One of my secret weapons in the kitchen is tea. My admiration for its aroma in desserts runs deep. This Chocolate Soufflé Cake is...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Roasted Grape & Ricotta Crostata
Roasted grapes prepared with the warm aromatics of thyme and honey create for a sweet and savoury palate. Influenced by our travels to...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20231 min read
Pot de Crème
Little “pots” of chocolate custard! Servings: 2-3 *Dependent on "pot" size Mis en Place 1/2 Cup Dark Chocolate, chopped 1 Cup Heavy Cream...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Pistachio Cheesecake
This is not your ordinary cheesecake. It is fluffy and nutty, while being incredibly smooth and creamy. It really is an elevated version...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Apple Speculoos Crumble
My new favourite tart when craving the flavours of apple pie but with a twist. Yield 8-10 Servings Mis en Place Pastry 64g Water 19g...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Late Summer Galette
When I think of August I think of late summer fruits and the summers spent in the Niagara region making preserves with my late...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20231 min read
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
There is a perfect balance to creating a cookie that has crisp edges and a chewy center. I promise these deliver! This one is for my...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Key Lime Tart
I associate the feeling of warm Florida days as a child with this classic dessert we all know and love. This creamy and lip smacking tart...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20231 min read
Mulled Wine Poached Pears
Warm and spicy, a quintessential winter dessert for your next dinner party. Yield 6 Pears Mis en Place 6 Pears 4 Orange Peels 1/2 Tsp of...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20231 min read
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
Probably one of my favourite fruit combinations and totally underrated. Top it with streusel and we are in business! Yield 10-12 Servings...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20231 min read
Dolly Date Squares
We all have those nostalgic treats that take us right back to childhood. The flavours that transport us back to the good ol’ days. After...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Salted Caramel Budino
An ode to you all! Two of the most requested flavour profiles during 2020 are showcased in this beautifully creamy pudding we like to...
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nadia colella
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Orange Coconut Bundt Cake
A fresh twist for spring. I hope this cake brightens your table! Yield 12 Slices Mis en Place Bundt 1 ½ Cups Granulated Sugar ¾ Cup...
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