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Berrylicious

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Berries contain one of the highest doses of vitamins and antioxidants. The flavonoids in berries are shown to reduce the risks of developing diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Eating these fiber filled fruits will not only keep your blood pressure at bay, but it will also help manage diabetes and keep your weight in check.

This cake was made using two layers of chiffon cake with whipped cream and blueberries in the center. A thin layer of strawberry Bavarian mousse is added to create a textural variation. The top is decorated with blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries with an apricot glaze and a sprinkle of edible glitter.

Enjoy!

berry mousse cake

Oh that Sweet Tooth

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macaroons baking2Macaroons are one of the most expensive pastries you can buy. Each little morsels goes anywhere between 2 to 4 dollars. They are extremely sensitive to handle during every step of the procedures; one wrong move and you’ll have nothing but failed artworks.

Macaroons are sweet, dense, and chewy. Eating just one or two with your daily cup of coffee or tea will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Aside from its sweetness, macaroons are made using egg whites, almond flour, and sugar. These little cookies are perfectly tasty by themselves. Most of you however prefer a flavored buttercream filling. I used Matcha (green tea) and dark chocolate with Italian buttercrea m.

Green tea is known to have plentiful health benefits, from extremely high doses of antioxidants, to regulating glucose levels in our body, to lowering bad cholesterol in our blood, the list goes on. Dark chocolate also has powerful antioxidants and also lowers LDL (bad cholesterol) in our body. Make sure to use chocolate with at least 70% cocoa, don’t worry; the buttercream is sweet enough to take the bitter edge off.

Remember, enjoy everything in moderation!Macaroons

Persimmon and Blackberry mini Tartlets

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Fruit tarts are aesthetically pleasing, a little sweet and tart for a balanced palate, and will leave you room for just one more bite.

A few key points to keep a tart lighter. One, is to make your crust thinner. Second, while it is perfectly acceptable to use full fat milk for a rich and creamy pastry cream, it is still okay to use reduced fat milk for a similar texture. Lastly, using fruits as toppings will not only make your tart lighter, but will add some healthy benefits as well!

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On today’s menu, I’ve chosen persimmon, a fruit from East Asia. Persimmons are not only rich in fiber, anti-oxidant, and vitamin C, but also contains a healthy dose of minerals like potassium, manganese, copper, and phosphorus. It’s crunchy texture and slightly sweet taste makes a perfect pair for a custard filled shell.

The second fruit on the menu is blackberries. Similarly to persimmons, it is also rich in fiber, anti-oxidant and vitamin C. The astringent tannins in blackberries also helps with oral hygiene and promotes a good digestive health.

Daily Cleanse

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We all have heard of the term detox or cleanse, which is used to rid of the body of the “toxins” that has gathered overtime. There are many teas, formulas, and juices marketed for that purpose. It isn’t to say that those products aren’t useful, but why not explore something that is right at your fingertips!

Maintaining a proper sleeping schedule is crucial for your body. Between the hours of 11pm-3am, that is when your body is at its optimal stage for recovery and getting rid of toxins. After a night of hard work with no nourishment of any kind, your body (composed with more than 50% water) is very dehydrated.

My daily regime is to drink one glass of warm or lukewarm water first thing in the morning. Water will not only rehydrate your body, it will also aid in clearing your digestive tract, awaken your metabolism, improve brain functionality, and flush out the toxins from the night before.

So drink up!