When it comes to Southern holiday traditions, tea cakes are the perfect accompaniment at big celebrations or if you just want to eat a few while you drink coffee, hot chocolate or, of course, tea. And ...

We asked several L.A.-area pastry chefs and cooks to contribute their favorite holiday cookies. Each is a simple, homestyle cookie that reflects each contributor’s memories of holidays past. While ...

Lemon-myrtle, lavender-Earl Grey, hazelnut-orange -- the selection of tea cakes from Valerie Confections screams spring. Assistant Food editor Betty Hallock is a fan: “They’re moist, dense and not too ...

In "Bibi's Gulf Coast Kitchen," columnist Bibi Hutchings takes you on a culinary journey across the coastal south. Come for the great food writing, stay for the delicious recipes. When my nieces were ...

This jewel-toned tea cake recipe pairs in-season blood oranges with rosemary and cardamom for a fragrant, lightly sweet ...

The original “Tartine” came out in 2006, which feels like eons ago. Inspired by the San Francisco bakery of the same name, the book became an instant classic for bakers who love pretty tarts and ...

Former teacher Etha Robinson with her own tea cakes. She's hoping to revive the food that used to be a traditional treat in the African-American community. Think of Etha Robinson as the Johnny ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Matcha tea cake brings together mindful baking and everyday wellness in a form that feels familiar yet purposeful. Matcha is made from whole green tea leaves that are shade-grown, harvested, and stone ...

Sift all dry ingredients and place in the bowl of mixer. With a paddle attachment, slowly add room temp egg whites. Stop occasionally and scrape the bottom of the bowl to ensure a smooth mixture. Once ...