Winter Berry Chocolate Cake

Layers of chocolate sponge, vanilla cream, and berry drizzleThis festive little show-stopper is perfect for Christmas dinners, holiday gatherings, or a cozy night with something sweet. It layers rich chocolate cake with a soft vanilla cream filling and crowns it with whipped cream and glossy red berries. Styling NoteFor our photo, we used tiny red … Continue reading Winter Berry Chocolate Cake

The 1st Annual Basil & Salt Living Christmas and Holiday Gift Guide

Celebrate the magic of the season with our curated collection of thoughtful gifts, festive finds, and holiday inspiration. Celebrate the magic of the season with our curated collection of thoughtful gifts, festive finds, and holiday inspiration. Each item featured in the Basil & Salt Living Christmas Gift Guide has been hand-selected to bring warmth, joy, … Continue reading The 1st Annual Basil & Salt Living Christmas and Holiday Gift Guide

Spicy Marinated Olives with Herbs

Introducing our spicy marinated olives, a bold appetizer that promises to ignite conversations and warm the soul. These fiery gems, bathed in aromatic herbs and zesty flavors, are the perfect prelude to an autumn evening filled with heartwarming tales and mirthful laughter. Paired with rustic breads, cheeses, and a splash of wine, they're the star … Continue reading Spicy Marinated Olives with Herbs

meringues with sugared cranberries

Friends and family will love these elegant little holiday gems. When piping, try and leave a small area or divet to cradle the cranberries. You can find our sugared cranberries recipe here.

sugared cranberries

These festive little gems are the perfect finishing touch for your holiday desserts. Sugared cranberries are so simple to make, you can get the entire family involved. The recipe below is a basic sugared cranberry recipe. Feedback for this recipe has included the following:"Superfine sugar is not necessary, we used regular sugar for rolling and … Continue reading sugared cranberries

A Winter Wonderland in the Heart Of NYC: Empire State Building Unveils Holiday Decorations, Window Displays, and Special Events

Santa's Helpers Bring Brews, Baked Goods, and Dazzling Decorations to the World's Most Famous Building   Holiday cheer is in full swing at the Empire State Building (ESB) as the iconic landmark unveils local pop-up vendors, over-the-top decorations, and plans for musical performances through the end of the year. Experience the beauty in the slideshow below As of this … Continue reading A Winter Wonderland in the Heart Of NYC: Empire State Building Unveils Holiday Decorations, Window Displays, and Special Events

Seattle celebrates last week of Farm Days at Pike Place Market

When the sun is shining in Seattle, the Puget Sound is a gorgeous blue with brilliant sparkles of sunlight dancing on salty waves.  The air is cooling, the colors are changing and one of the best places to spend a sun filled autumn day is at Seattle’s own Pike Place Market. The market is nine … Continue reading Seattle celebrates last week of Farm Days at Pike Place Market