Wishes and Dishes

A simple recipe for making gently simmered poached pears cooked in orange juice and topped with a rich cinnamon syrup and crunchy walnuts. Can you believe I’ve never poached pears before?  That’s just sad!  I didn’t even know how to go about poaching a pear or how easy it is until recently when I decided […]

Sweet and Salty Apple Nachos Recipe.  If you love caramel apples, you will love these “nachos” for snack or dessert. I know it’s not apple season yet, but it’s never too early for a good apple recipe, don’t you agree?  This one is actually better in the summer because it’s a snack/dessert you can make […]

Creamy lemon cheesecake bars recipe swirled with fresh blueberries on a simple graham cracker crust.  Perfect spring or summer dessert! I’m finally back from Hawaii!  Now let’s see if I stay put for the rest of the summer.   Summer is my favorite time of year here in Rochester, NY and as much as I enjoy […]

This is a recipe for an incredibly simple and festive red, white and blue 4th of July mini trifles dessert made with fresh strawberries. It is absolutely blowing my mind right now that July 4th is coming up so soon.  Can you believe that 2014 is already almost halfway over and done with?  Time flies!  […]

This simple stuffed strawberries recipe is perfect for dressing up any occasion, such as a shower, picnic, or party. The lemon mousse turns plain strawberries into a decadent dessert. My simple stuffed strawberries are perfect for dressing up any occasion of a sophisticated touch. This simple chocolate whipped cream has a light, silky, mousse-like texture […]

This fresh apple pie dip is perfect for dessert, an afternoon snack, tea parties, used as a pie filling or topping your favorite ice cream with!  Great for the holidays. I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!  I tagged along with Mr. Wishes on a short business trip to Washington D.C. and am having a […]