Monthly Archives: January 2013

Homemade pineapple jam (for pineapple tarts)

Posted on January 28, 2013 by jothetartqueen

With Chinese New Year approaching, the house is being filled with more snacks and delicious goodies. Last year, I didn’t have time to make my own pineapple paste. This year, I wanted to do it because while I liked my … Continue reading →

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Winter dreams in Japan, Central Honshu

Posted on January 27, 2013 by jothetartqueen

It’s still January and I’ve been a late in sharing my travel experiences. This post is on my lovely and enjoyable 9-day trip to Central Honshu, Japan. My travel companion and I flew in to Nagoya, 名古屋, and travelled around … Continue reading →

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Le Fraisier (French strawberry shortcake)

Posted on January 14, 2013 by jothetartqueen

It’s been a while since my last post. I hope that the beginning of 2013 has been delightful for all of you so far! I’ve been eating too much, traveling, and falling sick. Things have been not too bad otherwise. … Continue reading →

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