Project Open Hand's Dessert First!

♥ My display! ♥

I can't believe that this was my 5th time participating in Project Open Hand's Dessert First - time really does fly!  Not only is it very rewarding to take part and contribute in raising money for a great cause, it's also amazing to be a included in an event that features sweets.  This year's Dessert First was held on Cinco de Mayo and and took place at the Four Seasons in San Francisco - such a beautiful property! 

My Menu

Chocolate Cinnamon Marshmallows

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Mango Chili Lime Macarons

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Chèvre Mousse

Apricots, Cardamom, Pistachio

My amazing support system - Chef Corey, Assistant F&B Director Max and BFF Annie!

My favorite sweet from the event... Urban S'Mores from Salt House

Last but not least - one must always make time to have a little fun and enjoy good company!

DIY Mustache Cookies:

Photobooth Fun:

Flip Book Fun:

I'm already looking forward to next year!

EGGcelent Easter Eggs!

I had some fun indulging my inner child with the BFF as we dyed some eggs for Easter.  She managed to master the "Dinosaur Egg" look, while I spent my afternoon trying to perfect the random stripe look. Many do the stripes with rubber bands, but I didn't have very many rubber bands on hand.  I decided instead to actually use my Japanese Washi Tape for something, albeit only the skinniest of them...

Small Bites

Intermezzo

Beet Buttermilk Sherbet 

Marinated Beets, Pickled Radish

Pre-Dessert

Carrot Papaya Sorbet

Heirloom Carrot Threads, Cocoa Nib Crumb