tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post6848100512627455827..comments2024-03-28T19:59:14.654+08:00Comments on singapore shiok!: ginger roasted pear and chocolate cakedenise fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-20778009573774569932013-01-16T11:20:07.984+08:002013-01-16T11:20:07.984+08:00It is a blessing to have cherished memories of one...It is a blessing to have cherished memories of one's childhood and I am happy for you that you have such fond ones of your grandma and Christmases past. I am also glad to hear that you are feeling better. Remember that when one door closes, another opens. Someday you will realize your dream...Biren @ Roti n Ricehttp://www.rotinrice.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-39018841977990675432013-01-12T19:16:51.950+08:002013-01-12T19:16:51.950+08:00Thank you Jean, for you very warm and thoughtful w...Thank you Jean, for you very warm and thoughtful words. You are unearthing even more memories of my grandmother; she also had her long, long silver hair, ALWAYS in the neatest bun imaginable, every hair slicked back tightly, not a single one, daring to even try to escape their prison LOL So unlike my unruly curls. Her scent was Jasmine or Florida Water, she always carried a tiny red tin of Tiger Balm in her pocket, to rub on our mosquito bites and yes, her yells were loud and lusty each time dinner was ready, and my cousins and I were still glued to floor, in front of the tv :D Seems like Asian grandmas, don't vary much, and isn't that a wonderful thing?!<br /><br />I'm so pleased you want to try this recipe out. It's pretty easy, just a bit fiddly when you're coring the pears and grating the ginger. But it is a lovely cake, though I say so myself ;) and well worth the effort. The one I made was inhaled by hubs and gone in barely 48 hours, rich though it was. The batter is dense and full of moisture so the cake will sink a little in the middle, whether or not you top it with the pears. Don't worry, it will still taste great. I hope it turns out beautifully for you and that your guests enjoy the lovely (what else can a meal cooked with love be?)meal you will prepare for them! Gateau de Denise? *grin* I like it!<br /><br /><br /><br />denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-71484682125201055002013-01-11T22:13:55.407+08:002013-01-11T22:13:55.407+08:00Oh Denise I think we all here feel that grey cloud...Oh Denise I think we all here feel that grey cloud hovering over you. So sorry things haven't worked out for you as you hoped it would. Plus the post festive season blues and new year's anxiousness to boot. <br />I was so moved by your sensitivity and the anecdotes about your dear Gradmother in your reply to Biren. There was such love and tenderness in your description of her. You're right Grandmas are awesome. I thought of my maternal Grandma too and all the cherished albeit sadly shortlived memories of her spoiling us with neatly folded S$10 notes every birthday & X'mas, shouting out our names to eat dinner, her grey hair in a perfect bun and the fragrance of her 'scent' as she called it which was of lavender but I can't remember the brand. However I do remember the fragrance of Cuticura talc powder that she used after her baths and Tiger Balm for her knee aches. OMG Tiger Balm...what a miracle product! I have one in my bag wherever I go. Works for just about everything from a runny nose to tummy & head aches. <br />Nothing like chocolate to help beat the blues eh Denise?(chuckles). This cake looks absolutely deeelicious. I'm a lazy cook but I'll give this a go this weekend. In your honour Denise. Its also a good excuse to open that bottle of brandy that's been in the cupboard for years. (They seem to prefer whisky here.) I have some friends coming over on Sunday and I'll tell them its called Gateau de Denise (Denise's cake). I will! LOL!<br />Hugs to you Denise. Catch up with you later :)<br />jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05630037464713499987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-89551622000728541462013-01-11T10:48:08.924+08:002013-01-11T10:48:08.924+08:00Ginger and pears - lovely. Thanks for linking it ...Ginger and pears - lovely. Thanks for linking it in<br />Carolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16985978221627051493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-31327123001128153272013-01-10T20:22:55.595+08:002013-01-10T20:22:55.595+08:00I was blown away by your site! Wow! This cake with...I was blown away by your site! Wow! This cake with the pears looks so wonderful, it got me all kinds of inspired!tasteofbeiruthttp://www.tasteofbeirut.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-59209163702901517702013-01-10T10:46:01.303+08:002013-01-10T10:46:01.303+08:00Thank you Sara :) The roasted pears actually taste...Thank you Sara :) The roasted pears actually tasted pretty good on their own, though they added a delicious fruitiness to the rich chocolate cake. I hope to see you here again soon :)denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-50997320195946434662013-01-10T10:40:42.708+08:002013-01-10T10:40:42.708+08:00Hi Medeja, thank you :) I look forward to many ret...Hi Medeja, thank you :) I look forward to many return visits and more shared thoughts from you. denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-70085129879003382812013-01-10T10:37:59.082+08:002013-01-10T10:37:59.082+08:00Hi Elle, thank you for your kind words and for tak...Hi Elle, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to write down your thoughts. It's always a treat to hear from readers, both old and new. I hope you continue to find pleasure and inspiration here, at my little virtual kitchen :) <br /><br />Happy New Year! May it be an exciting and delicious one for you :)denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-64323634304579665612013-01-10T10:32:27.548+08:002013-01-10T10:32:27.548+08:00Thanks Biren - you always know how to make me feel...Thanks Biren - you always know how to make me feel better :) I was actually still curled up in bed,feeling low about something that turned out so differently from my expectations and hopes. A fresh post was due but I was distracted and undecided. The rain was pounding the windows and my thoughts were on the last Christmas that just whizzed by, and how wonderful my mum and grandma made my childhood Christmases. Sometimes, my grandma would get tipsy on Remy Martin, in the middle of the Christmas cooking and start singing in creole Portuguese. When I asked for a sip, she would shake her head, but let me sniff at the bottle neck instead. Sometimes, the brandy would resurface repressed feelings, and she would start crying at the memory of my uncle who died at 15, but she would still trudge on because she knew how much her magical Christmas meals meant to us. I suddenly remembered the extra thick, "Christmas edition" hot Milo she used to make for me and began thinking of warm buttered bread and spicy pear jam to go with it. Typical food crazed blogger response LOL Just that thought got me out of bed and into the kitchen, peeling and roasting pears and melting chocolate. Grandmas are magical. I will never forget mine.denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-15761139760444807722013-01-10T09:59:38.457+08:002013-01-10T09:59:38.457+08:00Agreed Dixya - there would be nothing left if we j...Agreed Dixya - there would be nothing left if we just threw up our hands and stopped trying because we're worn out by so many obstacles. Guess at such times, best thing may be to just take a step back and reassess things.... try a different approach, or just put the problem on the back burner for a while, before coming back to it, with fresh eyes and a rested mind. Maybe I should rename this "Happy Cake", because a few moist, chocolatey mouthfuls really did make me feel better LOL Thanks for the kind words. Hope to see you again soon :)denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-82034410070533910672013-01-10T09:53:30.133+08:002013-01-10T09:53:30.133+08:00Thanks for taking the time to leave your comment. ...Thanks for taking the time to leave your comment. Appreciate the follow and looking forward to your continuing readership.denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-71761540768445971702013-01-10T09:23:57.158+08:002013-01-10T09:23:57.158+08:00This looks totally amazing - YUM. Those roasted p...This looks totally amazing - YUM. Those roasted pears just sound so tasty, especially with chocolate cake.Sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09287787218950604688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-72082998250834281882013-01-10T07:00:35.830+08:002013-01-10T07:00:35.830+08:00Wow this cake sounds and looks really wonderful! P...Wow this cake sounds and looks really wonderful! Pears and ginger is great combination and chocolate with cake on top even better :)Medeja- CranberryJamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03443935521811548759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-65925213272209274462013-01-10T06:16:25.640+08:002013-01-10T06:16:25.640+08:00The sound of this cake is enough to tempt me out o...The sound of this cake is enough to tempt me out of my 'healthy eating' resolution, maybe just for a little! <br /><br />on a broader note, I just discovered your blog, it's beautifully written and so inspiring. I'm an Australian woman living in the UK and having a regular influx of exciting, spice-laden food is so wonderful. I can't wait to get in the kitchen and get cooking! Thank you.My name is Ellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08042099899279547986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-76524306577034986752013-01-10T05:00:33.933+08:002013-01-10T05:00:33.933+08:00A slice of this cake will definitely cheer me up. ...A slice of this cake will definitely cheer me up. I hope it did the same for you. Love the idea of combining, pear, ginger, and chocolate. Sounds so warm and delicious!Biren @ Roti n Ricehttp://www.rotinrice.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-31527868059067903692013-01-10T03:26:08.711+08:002013-01-10T03:26:08.711+08:00sometimes things does not go the way we want but w...sometimes things does not go the way we want but we should always be hopeful and keep strong. on a different, loved how rich and delicious this cake looks :) hope a slice or two will cheer u up a little. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05077485797323253658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-28932208465017260122013-01-10T02:42:40.647+08:002013-01-10T02:42:40.647+08:00I was thinking a lot regarding this topic, so than...I was thinking a lot regarding this topic, so thanks for bringing it up here. You certainly have a good writing style i like, so will be subscribing to your blog.<br />meigancamhttp://holy-food.org/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-2265757160654607652013-01-09T23:53:16.885+08:002013-01-09T23:53:16.885+08:00Hello Denise! I'm so sorry for the mistaken, I...Hello Denise! I'm so sorry for the mistaken, I add and change already on my blog. *I too rush yesterday* but glad you visiting me back, nice to know you. And I'm looking forward to try another recipe from your blog soon. <br />Have a nice day,<br />*fitri*Nisa-momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02364841296426400040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-14451414098988594432013-01-09T19:42:02.178+08:002013-01-09T19:42:02.178+08:00Hi Jen :) Yes, I am actually - chocolate must be r...Hi Jen :) Yes, I am actually - chocolate must be real medicine, and I made quadruply sure; I had four fat slices :D Don't feel the least bit guilty either as I've been too busy to eat much of anything lately. Thanks for you kind words. You are very sweet. Hope your BIG project will get on without a hurdle. And, do make sure none of your precious cookbooks come to any harm!!!denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-15225018058539954172013-01-09T19:35:42.226+08:002013-01-09T19:35:42.226+08:00Thank you Misty :) You've made me very, very c...Thank you Misty :) You've made me very, very curious about your year long cake quest. I'm guessing you've set your sights on a new cake each week, for a whole year? You're a brave woman ;) All the best in your yummy quest!denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-3496589034408905152013-01-09T19:33:32.022+08:002013-01-09T19:33:32.022+08:00Thank you Purabi. Nice to see you again :) Hope 20...Thank you Purabi. Nice to see you again :) Hope 2013 has been treating you well!denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-65625752736463623322013-01-09T19:17:11.673+08:002013-01-09T19:17:11.673+08:00Hi Denise,
Hope you are feeling a little happier ...Hi Denise,<br /><br />Hope you are feeling a little happier after a slice of that yummy looking cake. Look after yourself OK!! Oh and have another slice of cake if that helps things :)Jen De Cruzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06937323439511222879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-66650055952430292212013-01-09T16:33:41.120+08:002013-01-09T16:33:41.120+08:00Beautiful post and an enticing cake. Adding it to...Beautiful post and an enticing cake. Adding it to my list of cakes to make this year in my 52 Cake Challenge!Mistyhttp://www.lifewhereweare.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-23442175320102123172013-01-09T16:29:40.177+08:002013-01-09T16:29:40.177+08:00OMG! Wonderful pictures and the combination of cho...OMG! Wonderful pictures and the combination of chocolate and pears sounds fantastic!Purabi Nahahttp://cosmopolitancurrymania.blogspot.innoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4125715246990444305.post-68412920614259387412013-01-09T14:01:59.768+08:002013-01-09T14:01:59.768+08:00Hi Chef! Yes, it did make me smile - chocolate doe...Hi Chef! Yes, it did make me smile - chocolate does tend to do that.<br /><br />Thanks for your encouraging words. Very true, but easily forgotten, when focusing on the disappointment of carefully laid plans, gone awry.denise fletcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05307457105004478777noreply@blogger.com