This recipe dates back to the 1970’s, when the Heritage Society of Austin operated the 1886 Lunchroom (now 1886 Café & Bakery). The chocolate cake is a beloved confectionary – definitely a must-have for guests and diners.
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Dark, Dense and Delicious–Chocolate Cake with Red Wine Glaze!
If you love dark chocolate, this cake is for you. My good friend Rosie served us this cake at a dinner party, and I was hooked. The original recipe is in Bon Appetit, but I made a few changes…
Prince William’s Royal Wedding Cake
Many secrets surrounded the Royal Wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton, but the groom’s cake is no longer ‘under wraps.’ This chocolate biscuit cake is a tea-time favorite of the Queen.
Seasonal Grub from Breweries We Love!
Grab your buds and make a day of it at one or more of our local Texas breweries. In addition to delicious craft beers straight from the source, more often than not you’ll find some darn good cookin’ as well!
512 Pecan Porter Chocolate Cake with a Salted Toffee Glaze
A decadent chocolate cake with scratch-made salted toffee glaze from Pastry Chef Dennis Van of Oasthouse Kitchen + Bar in Austin, TX.
Feed Dad with Beer!
All Dad ever wants is good food and a little time with the fam–he’s easy! Kick back and share a cold one with the Big Guy this Sunday. Then, use that same beer in the kitchen and get to grubbin’…
Timeless Charm at The Driskill
Historic South Texas hotels rich in architecture, grandeur, ambiance and cuisine! Create a memorable experience in our state capital this summer at the oldest operating hotel in Austin, The Driskill.
A Taste of Barcelona from BCN
With so many wonderful restaurants in Houston, it’s easy to take good food for granted. But, when you happen upon a place that’s truly special, it stands out. Such is the case at BCN…
Chocolate for Lovers Staying In!
Diets be darned! It wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without something chocolate to indulge in. From elegantly appointed cakes to chocolate tarts, swiss rolls and a fabulous new crème brûlée, we have a number of desirable desserts your sweetheart will adore.
Atlanta: The Spence
This is a stop every foodie must make while in Atlanta. The Spence has a big-time chef name behind it. Food Network’s Top Chef contestant, Chef Richard Blaise, has a menu concept that can be felt throughout every dish. It’s a blend of Americana thats menu speaks for itself.
Let Her Eat Cake!
Do away with any inhibitions, forget about a diet and just indulge already! Nothing says ‘I love you, Mom’ more than a well-deserved piece (or two) of her favorite cake on Mother’s Day. Mom will absolutely adore these recipes!
A Dream of the Perfect Cake
Okay…this may sound strange, but about a year ago I had a dream about a cake. I don’t often dream about recipes, so this was a bit unusual. I can still see what the cake looked like — a mix of rich chocolate ‘cake’ and a chocolate ganache and crisp meringue combo. Also, toasted nuts […]
Morton’s legendary hot chocolate cake
This is Morton’s #1 dessert! If you like molten chocolate cakes, you’ll love how easy they are to make. To get the right consistency, though, you must bake small individual cakes. You’ll need six 6-oz souffle dishes or ramekins.
