distinct gustation

I created this blog as a mechanism to record my exponentially growing list of experiments with food, pastry, cakes, breads and techniques. 

But it’s been mostly empty for months. Why? Well, a simple reason. I didn’t have a camera and, I think, fundamentally, a recipe is worthless without pictures.  

But I’m getting the iPhone 4S in a few days *insert applause and eye rolling,* and I’m stoked to have some beautiful photos of my OCD presentation skills.

That being said, I really don’t want to start with an empty blog. So tonight I’m prepping for a laminated dough and making an apple pie. Photoless. (maybe I’ll google-pic it). 

Please feel free to comment, leave suggestions, complain, talk about your childhood. Speaking of which, I’m so excited for Christmas.  


A bit about myself: I’m an aspiring doctor, currently meandering and trying to make a life for myself (alongside a certain someone). I love to bake, like to cook, and enjoy the process of it all. I signed up for the daring bakers and cooks competitions; let me know if you’re already doing them!

I’m imprecise and I don’t really apologize if that annoys you. It’s an imperfect world, people. Just do it, don’t count everything in between. Did I mention that I’m not a mathematician? 

Oh, and distinct gustation means a precise ability to taste. I have a pretty okay palate and use that often in my kitchen endeavors. 

PS i HATE wooden spoons. Just fyi.