I’ve seen variations of this cake floating around the internet for a while now. I find them irresistible, featuring a lacquered top of gorgeous blood oranges.
Category tropical fruit
Strawberry Passionfruit Tart
You’ll find beautiful Florida strawberries at any supermarket right now, but I like to head straight to the source: Parkesdale Farms.
Cinnamon Orange Pecans
My father-in-law always has a tin of mixed nuts for snacking in his kitchen. One time he asked me which ones I go for first.
Florida Jam Thumbprints
How about a Christmas cookie filled with Florida sunshine?
Big Guava Shrimp with Fresh Guava Barbecue Sauce
You’ll find guava barbecue sauce on the menu at plenty of restaurants between Tampa and Miami, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find one made from fresh guavas.
Satan’s Whiskers
I used to be a tea lover in a world filled with coffee shops. I’d stare at chalkboards listing fancy lattes and cappuccinos, but my options were always Lipton, regular or decaf. Every once in a while I’d visit shops devoted exclusively to tea in other cities and think, wow, if that was in my… Read More
Watermelon & Avocado Salad
I’ve been buying giant watermelons at the farmer’s market every week. Each time I carry one to the car I feel ridiculous.
Dark & Stormy Banana Jam
You’ve got to really love bananas to grow your own. Those tropical leaves are beautiful in the landscape, and while they reliably produce a ton of fruit, all that fruit comes with a ton of work.