Raspberry Buttermilk Cake and the Dancer's Den

Living with two fellow dancers is probably the best thing a dancer could ask for. My apartment, aptly named the Dancer's Den, has in these past few weeks become a hub for dance practice, swing and blues parties but most importantly SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE VIEWING NIGHTS. We and our fellow swingers gather every Wednesday at 8pm exactly to admire and critique the performances, but usually this is just another excuse to make a sinfully delicious dessert without feeling bad.


Tonight, it was Smitten's Raspberry Buttermilk Cake. The recipe was doubled of course, yet somehow both were gone in under half an hour.


And of course, we danced. We tried doing truckin' (scoots) like this and it was awesome. So awesome that AJ and Melanie should choreograph it into their piece next semester.

"Penne" a la Vodka

You know those days where all you want for dinner is Vodka Penne. What are you supposed to do?

Make the boyfriend bike out to Safeway and buy you vodka of course!

Unfortunately at Berkeley Bowl there was only bougie penne and I am cheap so I bought Campanelle. I figured Campanelle would be more fitting anyway, because it is kindof like Campanille. Go Bears!


Damn that looks good. I want to eat it again.

I used Rachel Ray's You Won't Be Single For Long Vodka Cream Pasta which was pretty good, but I felt like it could have used more cream. I probably should have also let the sauce reduce a little more so it was thicker. Next time.

On "This is Webbed Fingers"

Webbed Fingers is the name of Dwight and Spongemonkey's first band. Initially created way back in '03, Webbed Fingers has since produced the full length albums "Hand Deficiency Tour" and "Custom Made Gloves" as well as the feature film, "This is Webbed Fingers." Exciting, no? But these productions are actually quite embarrassing, and will hopefully never see the light of day again.

Instead, the WF sisters are in the process of creating a little online space to share with the world our crafty undertakings. Whether it be a triple layer cake, a 40's inspired dress, or a haircut for a friend, we hope you enjoy these crafty pursuits.

Cheers,
WF