My Madison Bistro

When the temperatures soar but you have a fierce craving for chocolate and custard, there is a wonderful stovetop version of chocolate pots de crème. The process is simple: make a crème anglaise, pour the cooked custard through a sieve over chopped chocolate, let it sit, then whisk to combine and add any additional flavors […]

I’ve mentioned before that I feel better when I avoid grains and sugar, I’m just not all that good at avoiding my vices. Lucky for me, I can always make these cupcakes; they taste so good, no one will ever know they contain no sugar or grains. For the sweeteners, I used a combination of […]

In some ways, mid-August is one of my favorite times of year. Sure, I complain about it being a little too hot, a little too humid, but that very heat and humidity is so important to area crops, not to mention my own garden. The available local produce is at its peak, which translates into […]

This compote is one of my favorite spring/summer treats. Whether you want a cheerful start to your day by spooning it over greek yogurt, or a sinless finish by serving it with a scoop of ice cream, you can’t go wrong with this recipe. It’s a delicious balance of sweet and tart, everything you’d expect […]