Giana’s Keki de Coco y Miel

My friend Giana has been telling me for over a year about this delicious cookie made by her father back home in Panama. Apparently, keki de coco y miel (coconut and ginger cookie) is a very traditional Panamanian cookie. Well, this year, when Giana went home for Christmas, she saved me a few of the cookies and I finally had the opportunity to taste her father’s creation. Continue Reading →

Gingerbread Butter Drops

I have been doing a lot of research recently for new cookie ideas. And so, I have been buying a lot of cookbooks. One of my most recent acquisitions is Jennifer Lindner McGlinn’s Gingerbread. McGlinn’s book features gingerbread in many forms, including cookies. One of the most fascinating recipes is a light-colored ginger coated in a lemony glaze. They are truly delicious. Continue Reading →