Ep. 6, Books & Puppy Chow

Ep. 7, Bold Moves & Cheesecake

It's 2026, y'all! In this episode, I'm talking about where I've been since my last episode, the theme I've chosen for the new year, and I'm diving into the magic of no bake cheesecake. Find the recipe for my latest recipe, No Bake Cheesecake on my blog: https://thedessertisland.com/2026/01/12/no-bake-cheesecake/ Don't forget to follow me... Instagram: thedessertisland.foodblog TikTok: @aliciasdessertisland Facebook: The Dessert Island Food Blog.

Ep. 6, Books & Puppy Chow

Author Antoinette Chanel joins me today to talk about books, creative outlets, the importance of representation, and why garlic is the best ingredient to have on a desert island. This week's recipe is Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow. Find it on the blog: https://thedessertisland.com/2025/09/03/pumpkin-spice-puppy-chow/ [https://thedessertisland.com/2025/09/03/pumpkin-spice-puppy-chow/] Buy copies of Antoinette's books! (These are not affiliate links.) Selfless [https://www.amazon.com/Selfless-Antoinette-Chanel/dp/B0F13RY5FK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KK3YSHV26L16&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.RS2EMZL2oMMf_bVVyTbNLQ.Oru7XbJzJB645Weh24Cnx1eqPWCfjVSPaltF5zJnfik&dib_tag=se&keywords=selfless+antoinette+chanel&qid=1756910470&sprefix=selfless+antoinette+chanel%2Caps%2C150&sr=8-1] - Selfless tells the story of Cody and his morning, showing readers what life can look like with and without empathy. A Book for Black Girls [https://www.amazon.com/Book-Black-Girls-Antoinette-Chanel/dp/057852774X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3R50KQFQQ69FZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gSBcW3K6Ql-c6mwfMvzmxRzs3C2k2QsgCVPNpa5o1YtJx5WuxVqeVWNT16PkjVHFYq_9qAMmCmL3YzkrXrtZOMOCuBJLRVWfgPG7bxBci1hm2LiS_UfiBO7aWEg0iy0TpNuPYo14O3meQrgfcTeBkOmnjY_NC3wd1-Biz0pcwmymzR6fXXAsZITWckjqxAky7Prtgc8U9rfCz_xEdvmt1I2RrYamw-312lgbABLfuXQ.gHOh4ojh7nM2U9m2yIntkEGOSgW1KzYacjbckYXXoaE&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+book+for+black+girls&qid=1756910576&sprefix=a+book+for+black+gir%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-2] - A reminder of all that makes black girls unique and beautiful. Connecting the Dots [https://www.amazon.com/Connecting-Dots-affirmation-adult-coloring/dp/B09KN81JHP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1A1CFHF2XSB8C&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4SS5IzLJsBiSouQZdLFjJQ.snCyw3Org5x7_5A04IqEeutGX7UIxxD7noRVOHn0C_M&dib_tag=se&keywords=connecting+the+dots+antoinette+chanel&qid=1756910627&sprefix=connecting+the+dots+antoinette+chanel%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-1] - An affirmation book and adult coloring book hybrid designed to be a tool for mental health relief and personal discovery. Those suffering from anxiety, depression, panic attacks, or overwhelming stress will find something comforting and helpful in this book. Follow Antoinette on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msantoinettechanel/ [https://www.instagram.com/msantoinettechanel/]

Ep. 5, Intimidation & Maple Snickerdoodles

Jenn is joining me this week to talk about intimidation in the kitchen. Baking and cooking from scratch can be scary, but Jenn and I help make that experience a little less scary as recipe developers. We talk about cinnamon rolls, sourdough, cheesecake, cake decorating, and much, much more! This week's recipe: Maple Snickerdoodles. Find them here: https://thedessertisland.com/2025/08/26/maple-snickerdoodles/ [https://thedessertisland.com/2025/08/26/maple-snickerdoodles/] Follow Jenn on Instagram: www.instagram.com/runningtowardsultra [www.instagram.com/runningtowardsultra] And TikTok: @runningtowardsultra [https://www.tiktok.com/@runningtowardsultra?_t=ZT-8zDbedMf7gt&_r=1]

Ep. 4, Connections & Muffins with Lindsay

I sat down with the amazing Lindsay Evers to talk about the importance of connections and food. We also talked about her upcoming food photography projects, and she reveals a secret she's kept hidden for the past few years. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins are the recipe of the week! Find the recipe here: https://thedessertisland.com/2025/08/12/chocolate-chip-pumpkin-muffins/ [https://thedessertisland.com/2025/08/12/chocolate-chip-pumpkin-muffins/] Check out Lindsay's Instagram and follow her for updates on her projects: https://www.instagram.com/lindsayevers_/ [https://www.instagram.com/lindsayevers_/]

Ep. 3, Musicals & Pumpkin Spice

Join me as I nerd out about musicals!! Specifically, musicals that center around baking. I also geek out about pumpkin spice and the newest recipe on my blog, White Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies. Find the recipe here: https://thedessertisland.com/2025/08/05/white-chocolate-chip-pumpkin-cookies/