Tina's Chic Corner

Mini Burnt Basque Cheesecake

March 1st, 2023Tina0 Comments

Have you heard of a burnt Basque cheesecake? A burnt Basque cheesecake is a type of cheesecake that was created in Spain. Think of it as part cheesecake and part crème Brule. Sounds interesting, right? It’s supposed to be burnt on top (hence the name). When I first heard about it I have to admit that I thought it sounded weird and I wasn’t really interested in trying it. However, I found this recipe for a mini version and after loving Lifestyle of a Foodie’s mini cheesecake and mini chocolate cheesecake I knew I had to try it. So what’s …

Chocolate Cake

February 22nd, 2023Tina2 Comments

Today we are celebrating. 855 blog posts, thousands of pictures, and countless hours of work later, my blog is 10 years old today! Wowie, can you believe that? I can’t. This milestone calls for something extra special. Last year’s blog-ivesary I made the most delicious mini cheesecake, but every other blog-iversary has been celebrated with a chocolate goodie… coffee chocolate chip cookie bars, chocolate chip doughnuts, single serving whole wheat chocolate chip cookie, chocolate cupcakes for two, banana bread doughnuts with chocolate glaze, warm chocolate fudge cakes, chocolate chip black and white cookies, then chocolate lava cakes. I’m back with something chocolate-y this year. I made this two …

Mini Chocolate Cheesecake

February 15th, 2023Tina0 Comments

Guys, I’m obsessed with this small chocolate cheesecake! Last year I made a small cheesecake and it was glorious. When I found a recipe for a chocolate version, I simply had to try it. I mean chocolate + cheesecake = more better. In case it wasn’t obvious with the title of the post, this chocolate cheesecake is small, as in only 4 inches wide. Some of you may think that it’s silly to go through all the effort to make a small dessert, but it’s not to me. If I made a normal size chocolate cheesecake for me and my …

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

February 8th, 2023Tina0 Comments

If you’re in a food rut then I’ve got an easy recipe for you. It’s been a dreary winter and this is about the time of year that I relish the sunshine more than normal. It’s amazing how my mood can instantly improve when the sun is out. I usually try to avoid sunshine in my photos because it’s not always flattering to the food and it can cast hard shadows. I’m sure most of you don’t care or even notice #foodbloggerproblems. However, since I’m relishing in all the sun glow, I thought I’d let my photos do the same …

Roasted Carrots and Couscous Salad

February 2nd, 2023Tina0 Comments

Hello, cold February. All I want to do is eat pizza, bagels, and ice cream. I wish that I could say that’s a winter thing, but if led to my own devices I would enjoy those foods 24/7, 365 days a year. Instead, I’m going to try to focus on creating and finding new healthy foods that I enjoy just as much, like this salad. I’m calling this a salad but I’m not sure it’s really one because there is no lettuce going on here. I do have a lot of fresh herbs to give it that green punch. I’ve …