News from the Creek

Spring is starting to edge out winter here in the northern states and May/June will be here before you know it. Graduation season is almost upon us and it is never to early to start planning for those Graduation Parties. Why not add some fun Cookies to your menu, they make a great pick up and go dessert and are fun to decorate. Check out these fun Graduation Cookie Cutters that can be used for Cookies, Fondant, Gum Paste and more, even finger sandwiches!

With the heat of summer upon us it is time for one of my granddaughter's favorite treats: Snow Cones! You might call them something different like shaved ice treats or even slushies, but no matter what name you give them they hit the spot on a hot summer day. All you need is 3 simple ingredients: 1 cup Water 2 cups White Sugar 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite LorAnn Super Strength Flavoring (available in 78 flavor choices) In a saucepan, stir the sugar and water together. Bring to a boil, then boil for approximately 1 minute (if you boil for longer...

Now that we are finally getting a glimpse of spring here in the Northern States it is time to start looking forward to June and the upcoming Wedding Season! Now, I know that people get married year round, but with warmer weather on the way the number of weddings seem to increase as couples have more options for venues and possible outdoor locations. We have recently started carrying a product line that is perfect for everyone from the Budget Conscious Bride,  and DIY Couples, to elegant and extravagant affairs. Edible Petals® by More Than Cake is an amazing food grade petal...

Perfect Palate! That is the name of the most amazing food flavoring powder that your recipes are lacking at this very moment. With over 30 yummy varieties to choose from the flavoring possibilities are seemingly endless, and it's gluten-free with NO allergens! So grab yourself a jar of the Peanut Butter (Nut Free) and start baking those cookies, cakes and muffins. Just add a tiny bit of Perfect Palate to your batter, dough, frosting, glazes, pastry fillings and more. Imagine taking a bite of Maple Praline Pancakes, Fireside Marshmallow Scones or how about a Blood Orange Pound Cake! Transform simple desserts by...

As we get closer to the end of the Summer Season, I start craving Ice Cream more and more. Maybe its because the cold winter winds will be here before we know it. But for now it is still hot, Hot, HOT outside and the perfect weather to make no fuss Ice Cream in a Plastic Baggie. This is super simple and a recipe that we used to make at summer camp (remember summer camp? Ah those were the days). All you need is: Ice Cubes1 cup half and half1/2 cup Kosher salt2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon LorAnn's Flavor Fountain (choose your...