https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog daily 1.0 2026-01-18 https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/12-dates-of-christmas-cherry-chip-loaf monthly 0.5 2026-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/ba0a2f95-d8eb-467f-afd9-5611594a89ad/IMG_4470.jpg Blog - 12 DATES OF CHRISTMAS + CHERRY CHIP LOAF - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/2f902881-7636-4f99-85bf-2e3225660d72/IMG_4433.jpg Blog - 12 DATES OF CHRISTMAS + CHERRY CHIP LOAF - A fun watch with great chemistry between Smart and Gosselaar! Keep an eye out for each “number” (e.g. 2 kids in turtle dove costumes) throughout the movie. Directed by: James Hayman Starring: Amy Smart and Mark-Paul Gosselaar Screenplay by: Janet Brownell, Blake Harris, and Aaron Mendelsohn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/88bd0de6-4344-4531-b9a6-5036c427f273/IMG_4435.jpg Blog - 12 DATES OF CHRISTMAS + CHERRY CHIP LOAF - Kate Stanton: “I can’t really talk right now.” Margine Frumkin: “Oh, you have big Christmas Eve plans?” Kate Stanton: “More like obligations.” Margine Frumkin: “Oh, well here. I made you a cherry chip loaf!” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/la-dolce-villa-stracciatella-gelato monthly 0.5 2025-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/0143705a-ca68-4f22-88b5-80849941e995/IMG_4297.jpg Blog - LA DOLCE VILLA + STRACCIATELLA GELATO - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/af739457-e1fc-4703-b227-022d5c74b576/IMG_4291.jpg Blog - LA DOLCE VILLA + STRACCIATELLA GELATO - ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’ vibes + the ‘One Euro House’ trend. Panforte (a chewy Italian dessert containing fruit and nuts) gets a special mention but I couldn’t get a good screenshot of it :-/ Directed by: Mark Waters Starring: Scott Foley, Violante Placido, and Maia Reficco Screenplay by: Elizabeth Hackett and Hilary Galanoy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/8de2a021-bd16-4ea1-a991-1901f3a15e0e/IMG_4285.jpg Blog - LA DOLCE VILLA + STRACCIATELLA GELATO - Bernardo: “Looks like that is the last scoop of stracciatella.” Eric: “You take it Madam Mayor.” Francesca: “No, no, no. It’s the quintessential gelato flavor. I would be a terrible mayor if I took it.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/nancy-drew-and-the-hidden-staircase-maple-bars monthly 0.5 2025-01-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/6a3cefbd-5a8d-40cb-b643-48636c157bdd/IMG_3828.jpg Blog - NANCY DREW AND THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE + MAPLE BARS - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/9292c55c-ce34-45fd-8252-12989acce30c/IMG_3707.jpg Blog - NANCY DREW AND THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE + MAPLE BARS - Who doesn’t love a secret passageway?! I’ve never read any Nancy Drew books, but I am aiming to change that in 2025 ️‍♀️ Directed by: Katt Shea Starring: Sophia Lillis, Zoe Renee, and Mackenzie Graham Screenplay by: Nina Fiore, John Herrera, and Carolyn Keene https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/a8f890af-c5e6-4a21-82f8-6d4cd1d46ea5/IMG_3708.jpg Blog - NANCY DREW AND THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE + MAPLE BARS - George: “Maple bars, anyone?” Nancy: “Yes! Can I, please?” Bess: “Oh, my God! Maple bars are my thing!” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/first-cow-blueberry-clafoutis monthly 0.5 2024-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/5eef6b4e-d5e1-4a2c-9226-b1b7d02c44f7/IMG_3557.jpg Blog - FIRST COW + BLUEBERRY CLAFOUTIS - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/8ca3c598-7789-4c16-9fa8-ff46e0402807/IMG_3524.jpg Blog - FIRST COW + BLUEBERRY CLAFOUTIS - A lovely and quiet Western set in the Oregon Territories in the 1820s. It was based on Jonathan Raymond’s book The Half-Life. Before filming, John Magaro (Cookie Figowitz) practiced cooking using cookbooks from the 1800s. Directed by: Kelly Reichardt Starring: John Magaro, Orion Lee, and Toby Jones Screenplay by: Jonathan Raymond and Kelly Reichardt https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1719782062082-YGS5YJPGR0K8DJE2OMMF/IMG_3522.jpg Blog - FIRST COW + BLUEBERRY CLAFOUTIS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1719782071241-9AAO195THRAXQ22Z8ZKF/IMG_3521.jpg Blog - FIRST COW + BLUEBERRY CLAFOUTIS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1719782074775-7JSXY05F4CL69AXZH6T7/IMG_3523.jpg Blog - FIRST COW + BLUEBERRY CLAFOUTIS https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/sitting-in-bars-with-cake-cherry-brandy-cake monthly 0.5 2024-01-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/73d585c4-61f5-4b0e-90ed-846c3aff2fe7/IMG_3212.jpg Blog - SITTING IN BARS WITH CAKE + CHERRY BRANDY CAKE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/46e3ece7-3a1f-4bdb-b7f2-6853c781c957/IMG_3195.jpg Blog - SITTING IN BARS WITH CAKE + CHERRY BRANDY CAKE So. Many. Cakes. I loved seeing the many creative creations of food stylist Megan Potthoff. This well-cast and heartwarming movie will give you all the feels . Don’t worry, there’s no THC or CBD in this cake, although it is quite boozy. Directed by: Trish Sie Starring: Yara Shahidi, Odessa A’Zion, and Bette Midler Screenplay (and based on the book) by: Audrey Shulman https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1706276911810-VHU4L182E590DHYTTBSO/IMG_3229.jpg Blog - SITTING IN BARS WITH CAKE + CHERRY BRANDY CAKE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1706276914450-JMW8HDYDFO8O2QG18DBS/IMG_3227.jpg Blog - SITTING IN BARS WITH CAKE + CHERRY BRANDY CAKE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1706276949924-1XBN88GKAQPZLMZW0I2A/IMG_3230.jpg Blog - SITTING IN BARS WITH CAKE + CHERRY BRANDY CAKE https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/saltburn-crunchie monthly 0.5 2024-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/b719bbaa-7ea7-4b2f-bb3b-a5ab5d5a5312/IMG_3203.jpg Blog - SALTBURN + CRUNCHIE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/325fb3ce-fa2b-4571-b781-2ae0d2dde5da/IMG_3201.jpg Blog - SALTBURN + CRUNCHIE - I did enjoy this visually delicious film, but oh what a ride! You can catch it on Amazon Prime. Get ready to add ‘Murder on the Dance Floor’ to your party playlist . Directed by: Emerald Fennell Starring: Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, and Rosamund Pike Screenplay by: Emerald Fennell https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/c99b8dd1-803c-4c44-810d-853024a91fc6/IMG_3214.jpg Blog - SALTBURN + CRUNCHIE Michael Gavey: “Oliver? I got you a Crunchie.” Oliver Quick: “Oh, thanks.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/one-fine-day-smores-and-frozen-hot-chocolate monthly 0.5 2023-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1700358146805-AOWQLDPX1VMEHEFYIAZ0/IMG_3079.jpg Blog - ONE FINE DAY + S’MORES (AND FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1700358146797-W9QFLC0DX4DCRCSHQ421/IMG_3080.jpg Blog - ONE FINE DAY + S’MORES (AND FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/80ef1f41-e7b2-4ba8-99bb-b8ad3c57d4b7/IMG_3035.jpg Blog - ONE FINE DAY + S’MORES (AND FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE) - A solid 90s rom-com with a great soundtrack (I love Natalie Merchant’s cover of ‘One Fine Day’). Directed by: Michael Hoffman Starring: Michelle Pfeiffer and George Clooney Screenplay by: Terrel Seltzer and Ellen Simon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1700363896647-NOOHDOR5202HOIZCJK0N/IMG_3034.jpg Blog - ONE FINE DAY + S’MORES (AND FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1700363896673-T7V9AX35FKYG62JZK9OY/IMG_3036.jpg Blog - ONE FINE DAY + S’MORES (AND FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE) https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/nanny-cheesecake monthly 0.5 2023-09-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/e2d4f419-3292-4c0a-bb0a-775f6bc0a34a/IMG_2974.jpg Blog - NANNY + CHEESECAKE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/67b95ca7-1119-4f5e-be26-8da7c939966f/IMG_2948.jpg Blog - NANNY + CHEESECAKE - This visually stunning movie (amazing use of color!) was suspenseful and heartbreaking, but also hopeful. It won a Grand Jury prize at Sundance in 2022. The incorporation of “supernatural beings of the African diaspora” (Anansi the trickster spider and the water spirit Mami Wata) was really clever (credit to the John Boone article at Oscars.org for the quote). Directed by: Nikyatu Jusu Starring: Anna Diop, Michelle Monaghan, and Sinqua Walls Screenplay by: Nikyatu Jusu https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/7d70cf1a-fad9-46db-9924-797c983b3415/IMG_2947.jpg Blog - NANNY + CHEESECAKE Malik: “You have to try this.” Aisha: “I’m so full.” Malik: “Oh, but this is the best cheesecake on the East Coast.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/sylvia-cream-cake monthly 0.5 2023-08-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/629cb86a-5239-4856-a2a5-b8ecf80af142/IMG_2937.jpg Blog - SYLVIA + CREAM CAKE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/628ed3e9-72d3-4150-89cc-47ceccbd656a/IMG_2894.jpg Blog - SYLVIA + CREAM CAKE - After seeing her onscreen bakes, I was excited to learn that Sylvia Plath loved to bake in real life. One of her specialties was tomato soup cake and she also made a “damn good” lemon-meringue pie. (CW: this movie does contain suicidal content). Directed by: Christine Jeffs Screenplay by: John Brownlow Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow and Daniel Craig https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/ab782653-d944-4d3b-b61c-8e828b6edb5a/IMG_2892.jpg Blog - SYLVIA + CREAM CAKE - Sylvia Plath: “I look a bit…messy because I started baking and I made one real cream cake but it went a bit funny in the center. I just decided to throw it out and start over. But the funny thing is, the second one looks nicer than the first one anyway.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/short-term-12-chocolate-cupcakes monthly 0.5 2023-08-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/f0861946-8ffd-4661-8e9e-2e9ae1580d49/IMG_2804.jpg Blog - SHORT TERM 12 + CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/445ec7a5-eb0b-4d06-9757-6a6555982782/IMG_2778.jpg Blog - SHORT TERM 12 + CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES - Featuring Brie Larson in her first lead performance, this film was written and acted with such compassion and kindness ❤️. At South by Southwest it won both the Grand Jury and Audience Awards for Narrative Feature. (CW: this movie does contain discussions of abuse and self-harm). Directed by: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, John Gallagher Jr., Kaitlyn Dever, Rami Malek and LaKeith Stanfield Screenplay by: Destin Daniel Cretton https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1688664309538-RS3HKG60T44L8JRC7446/IMG_2769.jpg Blog - SHORT TERM 12 + CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1688664315632-QEJPWCQI90OGZUQ2OFJO/IMG_2770.jpg Blog - SHORT TERM 12 + CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1688664326877-78HMNZGVZA5OWEHE4Z8G/IMG_2774.jpg Blog - SHORT TERM 12 + CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/i-want monthly 0.5 2023-05-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/680d2ac4-5c44-4c9a-9205-736e297440bd/IMG_2670.jpg Blog - I WANT YOU BACK + CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/51085593-2e1b-4dd1-a399-4e606349c1ba/IMG_2632+%281%29.jpg Blog - I WANT YOU BACK + CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH - Cute ✅ Funny ✅ Well-written and acted ✅ A solid rom-com Directed by: Jason Orley Starring: Jenny Slate and Charlie Day Screenplay by: Elizabeth Berger and Isaac Aptaker https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1684416789686-T0158VGBOHE6NUV25N81/IMG_2629.jpg Blog - I WANT YOU BACK + CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1684416792250-P24J5BR74CNV1NL6FGUS/IMG_2631.jpg Blog - I WANT YOU BACK + CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/the-dig- monthly 0.5 2023-04-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/51f62c0d-275e-46cf-b65b-13e4a702728b/IMG_2625.jpg Blog - THE DIG + LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/51fe95fd-4fec-4d8a-935d-9d38e2d8cdb1/IMG_2590.jpg Blog - THE DIG + LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE - I was immediately pulled into this story about the discovery of the incredible Sutton Hoo treasure in 1938 (read about it here). I also love that this movie is a CherryPicks triple threat (passes the Bechdel test, written and/or directed by a woman, and demonstrates gender balance in key areas of production). Directed by: Simon Stone Starring: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes, and Lily James Screenplay by: Moira Buffini (based on the novel by John Preston) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/802aaf56-143e-4c67-a8b4-f73d6c03ab52/IMG_2589.jpg Blog - THE DIG + LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE - Basil Brown: “Have some lemon drizzle cake*, Mr. Phillips. It is most refreshing.” *Technically, lemon drizzle cake wasn’t invented until 1967 by Evelyn Rose. Oops! Let’s chalk it up to creative (but delicious) liberties. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/down-with-love-chocolate-souffl monthly 0.5 2023-01-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1674504547339-GRMFTM3NKCYKHUX8GGBC/IMG_2471.jpg Blog - DOWN WITH LOVE + CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1674504549461-MU92Z55GH95HTBSWDCRX/IMG_2472.jpg Blog - DOWN WITH LOVE + CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/e256a052-bf6f-470d-b599-ea2273502c38/IMG_2356.jpg Blog - DOWN WITH LOVE + CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ - Using fifty-five sets built on four soundstages (credit: IMDB), this charming and unique movie is like visual candy. Directed by: Peyton Reed Starring: Ewan McGregor and Renée Zellweger Screenplay by: Eve Ahlert and Dennis Drake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/d9819d04-ad9f-4812-a0ef-614b538375d7/IMG_2352.jpg Blog - DOWN WITH LOVE + CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ - Barbara Novak: “This chocolate soufflé is delicious, Zip. You’ve really outdone yourself.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/dont-tell-mom-the-babysitters-dead-belgian-waffles monthly 0.5 2022-08-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/59301eae-c54e-4835-b6c2-ce93c1b98a98/IMG_2077.jpg Blog - DON’T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER’S DEAD + BELGIAN WAFFLES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/a1dfdf87-9cf1-4436-8b83-49047d674d65/IMG_1869.jpg Blog - DON’T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER’S DEAD + BELGIAN WAFFLES - Dishes are DONE, man! It was so fun to rewatch this very quotable movie (I’m right on top of that Rose). Fun fact: the original title for this movie was The Real World which was scrapped to avoid confusion with the MTV series. Directed by: Stephen Herek Starring: Christina Applegate, Joanna Cassidy, John Getz, Josh Charles, and Keith Coogan Screenplay by: Neil Landau and Tara Ison https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/0af4ab13-34e2-4bfb-8619-de248a5ca329/IMG_1875.jpg Blog - DON’T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER’S DEAD + BELGIAN WAFFLES - Kenny Crandell: “Check these babies out - beautiful Belgian waffles. Julia made ‘em on her show yesterday.” Movie dog vs. real life (Remy! ) ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1661551023529-OTDSGV5JXO2J4RQKJ71Y/IMG_1871.jpg Blog - DON’T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER’S DEAD + BELGIAN WAFFLES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1661551029220-ZLIDLOE2TYAU3HMESQH2/IMG_2086.jpg Blog - DON’T TELL MOM THE BABYSITTER’S DEAD + BELGIAN WAFFLES https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/bright-star-scones monthly 0.5 2022-07-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/33f924bf-aac2-4666-bd7a-cc60cfb4d75a/IMG_1961.jpg Blog - BRIGHT STAR + SCONES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/57c4068c-5633-46ce-a30c-63dc72b16a1d/IMG_1915.jpg Blog - BRIGHT STAR + SCONES - Welp, I did not intend to become a weeping mess during this beautiful movie, but here we are. It’s based on the true romance of Fanny Brawne and John Keats and exquisitely shot. Directed by: Jane Campion Starring: Abbie Cornish and Ben Wishaw Screenplay by: Jane Campion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/74f3138e-6c6d-4f29-81ea-8046d8e8ddf5/IMG_1913.jpg Blog - BRIGHT STAR + SCONES - Mr. Brown: “Good Irish Abigail, who never did fail to make a scone as good as a swan.” (If you want it to rhyme (or just sound fancy), pronounce ‘scone’ like ‘gone’ instead of ‘cone.’) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/027947d1-9cfe-44e7-a174-d8be6ddc91de/Bright%2BStar%2Bcover.jpeg Blog - BRIGHT STAR + SCONES - “I cannot exist without you - I am forgetful of every thing but seeing you again - my Life seems to stop there - I see no further.” - John Keats (in a love letter to Fanny Brawne) https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/desperately-seeking-susan-rainbow-cookies monthly 0.5 2022-07-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/529142ea-624a-4641-85db-dc4efe0c5532/IMG_1940.jpg Blog - DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN + RAINBOW COOKIES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/abf37b86-2a27-463b-94a4-cc5bcdb77fbb/IMG_1900.jpg Blog - DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN + RAINBOW COOKIES - Ah, the eighties, when Camel could withdraw a $5,000 sponsorship because of a scene where Dez told Roberta that she should stop smoking (thank you IMDb for the trivia). Otherwise, SOLID costume design and soundtrack. Directed by: Susan Seidelman Starring: Rosanna Arquette, Madonna, and Aidan Quinn Screenplay by: Leora Barish https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/171058f9-191b-4c60-9d6f-c1a70ea90981/IMG_1899.jpg Blog - DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN + RAINBOW COOKIES - Leslie Glass: “Roberta, don’t make me eat these. They’re so good!” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/uncorked-ambrosia-salad monthly 0.5 2022-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/c3dbd9e5-b2d4-477a-810e-d66a90778abb/IMG_1891.jpg Blog - UNCORKED + AMBROSIA SALAD - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/3a2bbdee-16b0-411e-b91b-cf1ac08b4996/IMG_1854.jpg Blog - UNCORKED + AMBROSIA SALAD - Excellent acting and story in this Netflix film. I would expect nothing less given how much I loved other Penny-produced shows (i.e. Insecure and Happy Endings). I learned a ton about wine and next time I’m drinking along with this guide: https://www.winemag.com/2020/04/10/netflix-uncorked-wine-list/ Directed by: Prentice Penny Starring: Mamoudou Athie, Courtney B. Vance, and Niecy Nash Screenplay by: Prentice Penny https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1a82007e-f86d-4e8c-9329-8180b1ea13fd/IMG_1858.jpg Blog - UNCORKED + AMBROSIA SALAD Brenda: “Nobody’s gonna eat any of my ambrosia salad? Sylvia: “Huh?” Newton: “Maybe we just let it cool off.” Brenda: “It’s Jell-O. It’s already cold.” Newton: “Yeah. We know.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/romantics-anonymous-fancy-chocolates monthly 0.5 2022-06-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/2ca8349b-d347-4acb-b9e1-540a8799144f/IMG_1784.jpg Blog - ROMANTICS ANONYMOUS + FANCY CHOCOLATES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/19aaea22-11be-44ed-b23a-56d4e880194d/IMG_1691.jpg Blog - ROMANTICS ANONYMOUS + FANCY CHOCOLATES - Introverts unite! This charming movie was so relatable (especially as a (self-diagnosed) highly sensitive person). I am in LOVE with the French version of ‘I Have Confidence’ from The Sound of Music. I was inspired to make three different chocolates based on ideas I heard in the movie: green tea white chocolate (squares), dark chocolate with cashews and mint (roses), and lemon-filled dark chocolates. Directed by: Jean-Pierre Améris Starring: Isabelle Carré and Benoît Poelvoorde Screenplay by: Jean-Pierre Améris and Philippe Blasband https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1654190675687-3R3M9N0NABSKQTIMR5UL/IMG_1693.jpg Blog - ROMANTICS ANONYMOUS + FANCY CHOCOLATES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1654190677500-IG4NSL6QR96T5LYF8QAC/IMG_1694.jpg Blog - ROMANTICS ANONYMOUS + FANCY CHOCOLATES https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/paddington-2-orange-marmalade monthly 0.5 2022-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/4cb61fba-7a90-4d23-9075-375556bf3f61/66C2A886-858D-484F-8932-2C32BA95E2B8_1_201_a.jpeg Blog - PADDINGTON 2 + MARMALADE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/4e00a192-cddc-44f2-949f-6d5557839d31/IMG_1555.jpg Blog - PADDINGTON 2 + MARMALADE - THIS MOVIE you guys. I finally checked it out after several recommendations and it definitely delivered. Funny, charming, not one wasted line or scene, and plenty of happy tears at the end. Creative art direction to boot! Directed by: Paul King Starring: Ben Whishaw, Hugh Grant, Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, and Brendan Gleeson Screenplay by: Paul King and Simon Farnaby (based on the “Paddington Bear” created by Michael Bond) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1644211032402-8R3FS3JRGW3AM1QHS7L9/IMG_1560.jpg Blog - PADDINGTON 2 + MARMALADE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1644211034536-H7IU9EOUPXUK1IS8AR6S/IMG_1559.jpg Blog - PADDINGTON 2 + MARMALADE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1644211036521-QQXZD8R73O1YVQO0XRTK/IMG_1558.jpg Blog - PADDINGTON 2 + MARMALADE https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/coal-miners-daughter-chocolate-pie monthly 0.5 2021-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/457b2822-4f38-4c2b-9e2d-6d96a69a37c2/IMG_1504.jpg Blog - COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER + CHOCOLATE PIE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/a6f191d3-f7ca-4874-9ab7-847b1e59ccae/IMG_1495.jpg Blog - COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER + CHOCOLATE PIE - Sissy Spacek won an Oscar for her performance as Loretta Lynn in this biopic (which was based on Lynn’s memoir). It was cute to find out that Lynn met her husband, Doolittle, at a pie auction - and even more exciting to discover her Chocolate Angel Pie recipe online! Directed by: Michael Apted Starring: Sissy Spacek and Tommy Lee Jones Screenplay by: Thomas Rickman (based on the autobiography by Loretta Lynn and George Vecsey) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/260c39b1-13fe-4390-b800-45b6f3660b6f/IMG_1489.jpg Blog - COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER + CHOCOLATE PIE - Doolittle Lynn: “All right, you all got one more pie left. It’s a chocolate pie here, belong to Loretta Webb. Who’s gonna bid first?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/0bf32eff-25b4-4d83-9b68-7041f63f9342/Chocolate-Angel-Pie-recipe-1985-1-750x1054.jpeg Blog - COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER + CHOCOLATE PIE https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/sunshine-cleaning-strawberry-popcorn monthly 0.5 2021-10-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1633868957035-KUE02RBHX79OO5DU719W/IMG_1415.jpg Blog - SUNSHINE CLEANING + STRAWBERRY POPCORN - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1633869013063-FW6HBVAVZPEAMWT5P7JG/IMG_1395.jpg Blog - SUNSHINE CLEANING + STRAWBERRY POPCORN - This dark comedy (TW: suicide) was based on an All Things Considered report on NPR about two best friends who started a biohazard removal/cleaning service (https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1123029). I appreciated its thoughtful approach to this necessary job. Directed by: Christine Jeffs Starring: Amy Adams, Emily Blunt, and Alan Arkin Screenplay by: Megan Holley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1633869060635-ZAA7EAVPZ4P4ZX4FF0G1/IMG_1394.jpg Blog - SUNSHINE CLEANING + STRAWBERRY POPCORN https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1633869069061-PCLRAK0L1FYU8C7U2II8/IMG_1398.jpg Blog - SUNSHINE CLEANING + STRAWBERRY POPCORN https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1633869072098-FOW30NX4LNF35HLU58TF/IMG_1399.jpg Blog - SUNSHINE CLEANING + STRAWBERRY POPCORN https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/no-reservations-tiramisu monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1628624664590-BZA1MU3EF8I2NJRXN935/IMG_1310.jpg Blog - NO RESERVATIONS + TIRAMISÙ - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1628626784198-XRIXRI0NVMEC5S1USUEG/IMG_1283.jpg Blog - NO RESERVATIONS + TIRAMISÙ - This sweet movie (based on the German film ‘Mostly Martha’) had so many tasty foods to gaze. The opera in the soundtrack was gorgeous! Directed by: Scott Hicks Starring: Catherine Zeta-Jones, Aaron Eckhart, and Abigail Breslin Screenplay by: Carol Fuchs (based on the screenplay of ‘Mostly Martha’ by Sandra Nettelbeck) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1628626829852-CGLVYO4633ASB6HPLK7Q/IMG_1280.jpg Blog - NO RESERVATIONS + TIRAMISÙ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1628626835506-17088LFPP7KHGU4RNZLT/IMG_1287.jpg Blog - NO RESERVATIONS + TIRAMISÙ https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/mermaids-marshmallow-kabobs monthly 0.5 2021-07-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1624741198014-RUS5FABC7GKOD8IZ02QR/5C44437D-7878-4FEC-973D-67CD80D18A6A_1_201_a.JPEG Blog - MERMAIDS + MARSHMALLOW KABOBS - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1624741251966-OBUAHRNTED8KBHXP1UYY/IMG_1243.jpg Blog - MERMAIDS + MARSHMALLOW KABOBS - So much to love about this quirky 90s flick: great writing and acting, the funnest clothes and music, Christina Ricci’s film debut, and of course lots of fun finger foods! These kabobs have quite the variety of flavors. Yay to the Mallomars but a hearty no thank you to the orange-and-yet-banana-flavored (???) circus peanuts. If you love circus peanuts let me know and I will mail you the rest of the bag that I will NOT be eating ;-) Directed by: Richard Benjamin Starring: Cher, Bob Hoskins, Winona Ryder, Michael Schoeffling, and Christina Ricci Screenplay by: June Roberts (based on the novel by Patty Dann) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1624741274673-Z67AAD1VK22OE5I18YOS/IMG_1242.jpg Blog - MERMAIDS + MARSHMALLOW KABOBS Kate Flax: “What is this?” Rachel Flax: “Cheeseball pick-me-ups accompanied by miniature franks and for dessert, marshmallow kabobs.” Charlotte Flax (narrating): A word about Mrs. Flax and food. The word is hors d’oeuvres. Fun finger foods is her main source book, and that’s all the woman cooks. Anything more, she says, is too big a commitment. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/waitress-marshmallow-mermaid-pie monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1620052461176-QZIJ2O98YH43LSPOT1LL/IMG_1190.jpg Blog - WAITRESS + MARSHMALLOW MERMAID PIE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1620052493174-1L61AASPTB37LHT716RE/IMG_1115.jpg Blog - WAITRESS + MARSHMALLOW MERMAID PIE - This inventive, funny, and (sometimes) sad movie had so many incredible pies to choose from. I loved the scenes of Jenna being in her “happy place” baking :-) Directed by: Adrienne Shelly Starring: Keri Russell, Nathan Fillion, Cheryl Hines, and Jeremy Sisto Screenplay by: Adrienne Shelly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1620052510779-MB2MJHTK6M0KYXNUQ9ZS/IMG_1112.jpg Blog - WAITRESS + MARSHMALLOW MERMAID PIE Dr. Pomatter: “Did you make that marshmallow pie that you brought me?” Jenna Hunterson: “Yes I did. Marshmallow Mermaid Pie. I invented it when I was nine years old, in my mermaid phase.” Dr. Pomatter: “That was probably the best pie I’ve ever tasted in my life. That pie it was…that pie was biblically good, that’s how good it was. That pie could win pie contests and ribbons and things.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/the-secret-life-of-bees-angel-food-cake monthly 0.5 2021-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1617639751763-SZZAID1DG8VAAHJDW6OE/FB231185-58AD-4C43-8652-01165809661F_1_201_a.jpeg Blog - THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES + ANGEL FOOD CAKE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1617639834274-NAKUXZQFPEB1AGO5WSW3/IMG_1105.jpg Blog - THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES + ANGEL FOOD CAKE - Major star power and strong acting in this adaptation of the bestselling novel ⭐️ Directed by: Gina Prince-Bythewood Starring: Dakota Fanning, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, and Sophie Okonedo Screenplay by: Gina Prince-Bythewood (based on the book by Sue Monk Kidd) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1617639857314-RNNRRJ49C6IT4MXA958A/IMG_1101+%281%29.jpg Blog - THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES + ANGEL FOOD CAKE Rosaleen: “Happy birthday!” Lily: “I didn’t know you made me a cake!” Rosaleen: “Of course I did. It’s your birthday. How big a piece?” Lily: “Real big.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1617640015505-E0D4ZB8JOX6YZBHLG1O0/IMG_1103.jpg Blog - THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES + ANGEL FOOD CAKE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1617640028308-OC3UJDMGXK2SITH13PQE/IMG_1139.jpg Blog - THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES + ANGEL FOOD CAKE https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/godmothered-powdered-doughnuts monthly 0.5 2023-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1615832589121-7AUR70YVLFG42YH1ZS05/IMG_1092.jpg Blog - GODMOTHERED + POWDERED DOUGHNUTS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1615832640874-E54I0N6EHD9AAXQSAAZ2/IMG_1079.jpg Blog - GODMOTHERED + POWDERED DOUGHNUTS - I was excited to discover that this cute and magical movie (with the sweetest ending ❤️) was filmed in my home state of Massachusetts! Check it out on Disney+. Did you happen to catch Sonia Manzano (Maria from Sesame Street) as Opal? Directed by: Sharon Maguire Starring: Jillian Bell and Isla Fisher Screenplay by: Kari Granlund and Melissa K. Stack https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1615832661802-58W68MMBXH7437VWDEA5/IMG_1077.jpg Blog - GODMOTHERED + POWDERED DOUGHNUTS - You cannot go wrong bringing Dunkin’ Donuts to the office. Your choice of 11,300+ locations! https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/5766zpqje2u5yvabikfdu9xg5fiouf monthly 0.5 2022-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1613435986211-GN0KB9CIPFGO3HS6T14E/IMG_1052.jpg Blog - IT’S COMPLICATED + CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1613436167310-GRWVI7EGJT193QEQKFDL/91OkhG4rGxL._SL1500_.jpg Blog - IT’S COMPLICATED + CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS - Eek! Did you see me running down the street when I realized I had to make these for the first time? My fave things about this movie (other than Meryl who I would watch in literally anything) were the drool-worthy food styling and interior design (that kitchen!). Directed by: Nancy Meyers Starring: Meryl Streep, Steve Martin, and Alec Baldwin Screenplay by: Nancy Meyers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1613436083815-UJ33ZSBFPDRH892BXUU5/IMG_1021.JPG Blog - IT’S COMPLICATED + CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS - Adam Schaffer: “How about a warm chocolate croissant?” Jane Adler: “It’s my specialty.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/the-shape-of-water-key-lime-pie monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1611528976455-9DRFFI6NQXEEDCVGSKC1/IMG_0997.jpg Blog - THE SHAPE OF WATER + KEY LIME PIE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1611529058031-V1JXFA9NTI0TYUXMVDVC/IMG_0967.jpg Blog - THE SHAPE OF WATER + KEY LIME PIE - So many things to love about this movie (streaming on Hulu) including the color scheme of blues and greens and the utter delightfulness of Sally Hawkins dancing. Plus it won a TON of awards, including Oscars for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Production Design, and Best Original Score. Bonus points for meeting the Bechdel test, having a female writer, and demonstrating gender balance in key areas of production. Directed by: Guillermo del Toro Starring: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Doug Jones Screenplay by: Guillermo del Toro and Vanessa Taylor https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1611529079992-Q8FVR2VWBF9X0HQJD8DF/IMG_0969.jpg Blog - THE SHAPE OF WATER + KEY LIME PIE - “Yes, pie’s for breakfast! Just trust me on this.” - Giles to Elisa https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/noelle-double-hot-chocolate monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1610321808871-BL7I73SGOE2U0YAV36AB/IMG_0956.jpg Blog - NOELLE + DOUBLE HOT CHOCOLATE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1610321887978-XVITEQU49O4EZMG8OW6K/IMG_0951.jpg Blog - NOELLE + DOUBLE HOT CHOCOLATE - If you like goofy Christmas puns, this movie is for you! You can find it on Disney+. Boots that turn into ice skates? Love :-) Directed by: Marc Lawrence Starring: Anna Kendrick, Shirley MacLaine, Bill Hader, and Kingsley Ben-Adir Screenplay by: Marc Lawrence https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1610321909740-6F0UWSYRVOJ98LTW7BEC/IMG_0952.jpg Blog - NOELLE + DOUBLE HOT CHOCOLATE - Elf Serge: “Two double hot chocolates - one with extra whipped cream and…peppermint.” Nick Kringle: “Thank garland for hot chocolate and peppermint.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/simply-irresistible-caramel-eclairs monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1609380595086-6YJNR0D781Z151T2OESF/IMG_0941.jpg Blog - SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE + CARAMEL ÉCLAIRS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1609380618159-OSAW56M7D4JXFFT84RPN/IMG_0904.jpg Blog - SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE + CARAMEL ÉCLAIRS - There’s something so comforting and familiar about re-visiting old rom-coms. I had forgotten all about the magical crab and Tom being SUPER into paper airplanes (wut). PS: I was obsessed with Shawn Colvin’s cover, “Every Little Thing (He) Does Is Magic” (playing while Sarah Michelle Gellar’s character, Amanda, is making éclairs) and definitely had it in my Napster downloads. Wow, just a lot of 90s-ness in that sentence :-) Directed by: Mark Tarlov Starring: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Sean Patrick Flanery Screenplay by: Judith Roberts https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1609380643455-4OBFP1BGCB1AXXHFI8FN/IMG_0905.jpg Blog - SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE + CARAMEL ÉCLAIRS - “I love dessert - it’s the whole point of the meal.” - Amanda Shelton (giving Tom the éclairs he forgot) https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/coraline-mango-milkshake monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1608138903318-X4L1PUEY59LDFNXHVOY6/IMG_0902.jpg Blog - CORALINE + MANGO MILKSHAKE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1608138929152-6Q127KOIHZEI54QJ7L7J/IMG_0894.jpg Blog - CORALINE + MANGO MILKSHAKE - I love this darkly beautiful and charming movie! Directed by: Henry Selick Starring: Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Keith David, John Hodgman, Robert Bailey Jr., and Ian McShane Screenplay by: Henry Selick (based on the book by Neil Gaiman) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1608138956534-1MQQ90FX2GLGA3M4BO2I/IMG_0895.jpg Blog - CORALINE + MANGO MILKSHAKE Coraline: “I’m real thirsty.” Other Mother: “Of course! Any requests?” Coraline: “Mango milkshake?” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/fried-green-tomatoes-cracker-jack monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604791276349-35RQBWJZZT40KWSHXEDX/IMG_0857.jpg Blog - FRIED GREEN TOMATOES + CRACKER JACK https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604845538743-0B4Y126HFN9V8W3NXF4Q/IMG_0862.jpg Blog - FRIED GREEN TOMATOES + CRACKER JACK - Directed by: Jon Avnet Starring: Kathy Bates, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary-Louise Parker, and Jessica Tandy Screenplay by: Fannie Flagg and Carol Sobieski https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604791665382-JDLO2QGC9SV12V8DOCR5/IMG_0790.jpg Blog - FRIED GREEN TOMATOES + CRACKER JACK - Ahhh, such a joy to re-watch this movie - it was just as good as I remembered. Jessica Tandy is delightful and made me smile. Fannie Flagg just released a sequel (!) to ‘Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe.’ It’s called ‘The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop,’ and follows Ruth’s son, Bud, as an adult. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604791700984-NESQBO400F8OHFRF0P6M/IMG_0864.JPG Blog - FRIED GREEN TOMATOES + CRACKER JACK - What were you up to in 1991? 12-year-old me was busy CRUSHIN’ on Chris O’Donnell. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/advantageous-pecan-pie monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604182997731-MF68JH9CKRZQ58YRDH4O/IMG_0827.jpg Blog - ADVANTAGEOUS + PECAN PIE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604190484678-GH0PM8RLGWFZN5D94HFW/images.jpeg Blog - ADVANTAGEOUS + PECAN PIE - I love a good sci-fi/dystopian movie! This one (streaming on Netflix) was refreshingly subtle and thoughtful. I appreciated the great acting, beautiful music, and intimate look at a mother/daughter relationship. Directed by: Jennifer Phang Starring: Jacqueline Kim, James Urbaniak, Freya Adams, Ken Jeong, Jennifer Ehle, and Samantha Kim Screenplay by: Jacqueline Kim and Jennifer Phang https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1604183114305-UZX88Z4HQYF45ZTB41A2/IMG_0791.jpg Blog - ADVANTAGEOUS + PECAN PIE - “I want Christmas with her first.” - Gwen, talking about her daughter to Fisher, when agreeing to a procedure. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/8w9xr0wi5u9kpaj9kdbn0nc9p5ud0w monthly 0.5 2022-04-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1602959822110-JOQAA5WF4F4X1C72RBGO/9D424C5B-14BD-4590-AE76-3857D125113A_1_201_a.jpg Blog - JULIE & JULIA + RASPBERRY BAVARIAN CREAM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1602959887148-GQ8OK8QTJUU1XBCKVWNM/IMG_0795.JPG Blog - JULIE & JULIA + RASPBERRY BAVARIAN CREAM - Okay, okay, an obvious choice for a dessert blog, right? But why not? An inspiring and feel-good flick :-) Directed by: Nora Ephron Starring: Meryl Streep and Amy Adams Screenplay by: Nora Ephron (based on the book by Julie Powell) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1602959912958-3FXW9LXESPT60SLH2RW8/IMG_0792.PNG Blog - JULIE & JULIA + RASPBERRY BAVARIAN CREAM - “…and for dessert, a raspberry Bavarian cream.” -Julie Powell https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/tortilla-soup-apple-maple-bread-pudding monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1601774206772-ARJ1YV2AQVZF5A2HYPUH/IMG_0776.jpg Blog - TORTILLA SOUP + APPLE MAPLE BREAD PUDDING https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1601774421310-SH10C22VDAPO6DXUV3OB/IMG_0753.JPG Blog - TORTILLA SOUP + APPLE MAPLE BREAD PUDDING - You’ve been warned - do NOT watch this movie on an empty stomach. Fun fact: Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger (aka the Too Hot Tamales) prepared the food served in the movie. Directed by: Maria Ripoll Starring: Elizabeth Peña, Tamara Mello, Jacqueline Obradors, and Héctor Elizondo Screenplay by: Ramón Menédez, Tom Musca, and Vera Blasi (earlier screenplay for Eat Drink Man Woman by Hui-Ling Wang, Ang Lee, and James Schamus) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1601774624630-S9V2UG6KS5D2P41LTYFW/IMG_0751.JPG Blog - TORTILLA SOUP + APPLE MAPLE BREAD PUDDING - “Remove the bread crusts and save the apples. Cut the baguettes into cubes, coat them with melted butter, and bake them. I’ll prepare the sugar syrup. We’ll call it something French…Belle Melange. It means a lovely mess.” - Martin Naranjo, rescuing a burned dessert https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/romy-and-micheles-high-school-reunion-cookie-dough monthly 0.5 2021-08-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1600000123705-FUATZ2ZNW31ZALE0DMMB/IMG_0722.jpg Blog - ROMY AND MICHELE’S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION + COOKIE DOUGH https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1600000147138-6LIX3IU0BA0FMCA1DYM3/IMG_0738.JPG Blog - ROMY AND MICHELE’S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION + COOKIE DOUGH - The fashion! THE SOUNDTRACK. Check out this underrated flick (streaming on Hulu) and fall in love with Romy and Michele’s confidence, carefree self-expression, and loyalty to each other. Directed by: David Mirkin Starring: Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow Screenplay by: Robin Schiff https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1600000166983-P7HCKOVJZ07ACV1X7ATT/IMG_0741.JPG Blog - ROMY AND MICHELE’S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION + COOKIE DOUGH - JUNK. FOOD. PARTY. Cookie dough right out of the tube, baby. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/the-witches-currant-buns monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1599144862716-ZK0JQ2GE8SQ6RHBW58GY/IMG_0707.jpg Blog - THE WITCHES + CURRANT BUNS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1599152791546-WCPV3DFCOQNNILIY0ANQ/IMG_0679.JPG Blog - THE WITCHES + CURRANT BUNS - My brother and I watched this movie a LOT growing up and it totally holds up 30 years later. This time around, I admired Helga’s bad-assery (smoking cigars!) and how loving her relationship with Luke was. Directed by: Nicolas Roeg Starring: Anjelica Huston, Mai Zetterling, and Jasen Fisher Screenplay by: Allan Scott (based on the book by Roald Dahl) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1599152820100-HJ73OH6X7QXX4MVR96OV/IMG_0680.JPG Blog - THE WITCHES + CURRANT BUNS - No luck finding a photo of Bruno or Luke eating the buns, so here’s a shot of Rowan Atkinson instead. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/rpbx2dmfr5jrpf7qc5wtehth01spzu monthly 0.5 2021-08-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1598836115705-DACGIVDKXJLWACBISOL0/IMG_0676.jpg Blog - THE HALF OF IT + CHOCOLATE MILKSHAKES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1598836178192-05IFUEUNGXHT9CUUXS55/IMG_0656.JPG Blog - THE HALF OF IT + CHOCOLATE MILKSHAKES - Streaming on Netflix, this was a touching and modern coming-of-age story with a nod to Cyrano de Bergerac. I thought Paul and Ellie’s friendship was the sweetest (just like the chocolate milkshakes Aster and Paul had on their first date). PS: I’m so glad my high school did not have a MANDATORY TALENT SHOW for seniors. What an actual nightmare for this introvert. Directed by: Alice Wu Starring: Leah Lewis, Daniel Diemer, and Alexxis Lemire Screenplay by: Alice Wu https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1598836202732-NJPG9UC8J6SLWX29WKFP/IMG_0657.JPG Blog - THE HALF OF IT + CHOCOLATE MILKSHAKES - “…dating is burgers and fries and shakes. And maybe another order of fries.” - Paul Munsky https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/n37c9evpwauuc6z8ae6fgi22iy6byf monthly 0.5 2023-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1598400477051-EF7FT2ANFU0ZYZO738C3/IMG_0643.jpg Blog - FREAKY FRIDAY + RUM RAISIN BANANA SPLIT Breakfast of Champions https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1598400514984-QON8OL5Q60BNNXW13O8U/IMG_0635.JPG Blog - FREAKY FRIDAY + RUM RAISIN BANANA SPLIT - I loved how Annabel was unapologetically herself in this first Freaky Friday movie (streaming on Disney+). I mean, ice cream and mac and cheese for breakfast? SIGN ME UP. Jodie Foster snagged an Oscar nomination for her performance and made FOUR other films in 1976 (including Taxi Driver, which was definitely NOT made by Disney :-)). Directed by: Gary Nelson Starring: Barbara Harris, Jodie Foster, and John Astin Screenplay by: Mary Rodgers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1598400535822-5FK4JHPC3A1O7YLBVYQO/IMG_0637.JPG Blog - FREAKY FRIDAY + RUM RAISIN BANANA SPLIT - Mrs. Andrews (in Annabel’s body): “What is this?” Virginia: “It’s your usual rum raisin banana split breakfast.” https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/oceans-8-nutella monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1597971001380-WNT97FILSBEN822QPTJM/IMG_0630.jpg Blog - OCEAN’S 8 + NUTELLA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1597971396310-MC6OO08S71GNBIRQJ36E/IMG_0632.JPG Blog - OCEAN’S 8 + NUTELLA - This fun and clever flick was the perfect escape. Combined, the eight main cast members have won 4 Oscars, 3 Emmys, 9 Grammys, 7 Golden Globes, 5 BAFTAs and 11 SAGs! Directed by: Gary Ross Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna, and Helena Bonham Carter Screenplay by: Olivia Milch and Gary Ross https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1597971656164-314KIY118HQK1YTPYBQ5/IMG_0633.JPG Blog - OCEAN’S 8 + NUTELLA - No shame in drowning your sorrows in Nutella like Rose Weil. https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/8d93qi5nriftv85glijrkzxr919u4e monthly 0.5 2021-08-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1597353365430-KBKA522Z3X9IL57HJAEK/myice.jpg Blog - WONDER WOMAN + VANILLA ICE CREAM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1597353393707-CNG6LKEOHO5LXUI6TF9S/image-asset.jpeg Blog - WONDER WOMAN + VANILLA ICE CREAM - Who else got goosebumps when Diana climbed out of the bunker and ran across no-man’s land? (OK fine, I also got a little teary). I’m not sure if the date will get pushed back again (right now it’s scheduled to release on 10/2/20) but I am PUMPED for WW84! Directed by: Patty Jenkins Starring: Gal Gadot and Chris Pine Screenplay by: Allan Heinberg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1597353693899-7RCZ97XNGC48OS6XG6N9/WWice.JPG Blog - WONDER WOMAN + VANILLA ICE CREAM - “It’s wonderful! You should be very proud.” -Diana (after tasting ice cream for the first time) to the ice cream vendor https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/always-be-my-maybe-pocky monthly 0.5 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596895783255-TOSEY13QV5AKNH186VDG/IMG_0594.jpg Blog - ALWAYS BE MY MAYBE + POCKY https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596895856333-RFQ6YYA5QD54OOI4XH52/IMG_0587.JPG Blog - ALWAYS BE MY MAYBE + POCKY - Such a joy to re-watch this well-written, sweet, and funny movie! You can catch it on Netflix. Directed by: Nahnatchka Khan Starring: Ali Wong and Randall Park Screenplay by: Ali Wong, Randall Park, and Michael Golamco https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596896285250-USJHCBA94HRHSWIDH7Y7/IMG_0588.JPG Blog - ALWAYS BE MY MAYBE + POCKY - Sasha and Marcus enjoying some Pocky. Cuteness :-) https://www.frostedfeatures.com/blog/blog-post-one-2h4wp monthly 0.5 2021-08-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596483033444-24FOFIY0R71OC0ON6I32/Baklava.jpg Blog - THE OLD GUARD + BAKLAVA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596493751138-IUSGIEOWM22JS5VA5EFE/IMG_0564.JPG Blog - THE OLD GUARD + BAKLAVA - The Old Guard (streaming on Netflix) was great! I kept wishing this was just the first episode of a series and not a movie. Fingers crossed for a sequel. Directed by: Gina Prince-Bythewood Starring: Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari, Luca Marinelli, and Chiwetel Ejiofor Screenplay by: Greg Rucka https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596493025483-QDTJ2795V9LML2574J3J/IMG_0577.JPG Blog - THE OLD GUARD + BAKLAVA “Hazelnut, not walnut. Black Sea. Rosewater. Pomegranate. Eastern Turkey.” - Andy https://www.frostedfeatures.com/about daily 0.75 2020-08-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596509478650-QTYOZM7JUGUR87Y9XQLV/94A3E9FA-545B-498D-B401-835C3AFCED15.JPG About https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f27730227fe41563686d444/1596485578613-BY25MD3I98QRNNNAGDSA/NorthByNorthwest.JPG About