Duet: Strawberry Ice Cream / Prince “Purple Rain”

Dessert, Duet, Gluten Free, Pop

The food: We were gifted a KitchenAid stand mixer with the ice cream maker about a year ago (thanks, dad!). Since then, I’ve been experimenting with recipes in hopes of figuring out the easiest way to get creamy delicious homemade custard. I think this fits the...

Chocolate Cookies / INXS “Kick”

Dessert, Duet, Pop

The food: Admit it. There are times when nothing (and I mean nothing) is as satisfying as chocolate. On those days, it’s smart to have this recipe for chewy chocolate cookies handy. These cookies super rich and moist, which tends to happen when you use a couple...

Duet: Glazed Strawberry Scones / Hilary Scott “Flowers on Mars”

App/Side/Bread, Breakfast, Dessert, Duet, Folk/Indie, Vegetarian

The food: I’m not a big fan of scones. Most of the ones I’ve tried from various coffee shops are too dry for my liking. When it comes to baked goods, I prefer ooey-gooey treats. After discovering a glazed berry scone at Panera that I actually love,...

Duet: German Chocolate Tart / Buddy Miles “More Miles Per Gallon”

Dessert, Duet, Rock/Funk

The food: Coconut is one of those foods that people tend to love or hate. As a child, I hated it. Now I love it. Sweet and crunchy coconut adds texture and depth of flavor to some of my favorite desserts. I think it’s at its best in the sugary, nutty frosting...

Duet: Triple Chocolate Crispy Treats / Go-Go’s “Beauty and the Beat”

Dessert, Duet, Pop

The food: Growing up and developing a sophisticated palate is wonderful. Now that I’m 40, I love pâté, brussels sprouts, Chardonnay, and much more that I’d have hated as a child. Just because I now appreciate the finer things, however, doesn’t...

Duet: Moist Chocolate Cake / Ella Fitzgerald “Early Ella: Great Ballads by Ella Fitzgerald”

Blues/Jazz, Dessert, Duet

This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you purchase through our link. Clicking these links won’t cost you any extra money and they help keep this site up and running!   The food: My boyfriend’s birthday was...