About

Hello and thanks for stopping by my blog! I am a Baker, I currently study at the National Bakery School and in my third year on a course called Baking Technology Management BSc. I have been in catering since I was 16 and left school to do a professional chefs diploma. I live food and have a passion for all things baked (especially bread) and hope to share some of my thoughts with you.

I have had a lot of interest and requests on my banner photo so here’s some info about it – fougasse flat bread.

Making a gingerbread house

For orders please email me at:
danyasbakery.gmail.com

Enjoy, peace and loaf 🙂

120 thoughts on “About”

EatNowTalkLater on July 22, 2011 at 1:50 pm said:

I love the new look of your blog!

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- Nancy Taylor Robson on December 29, 2011 at 1:14 pm said:
  
  Love your blog — its look and its recipes!
  
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eva626 on November 4, 2011 at 5:29 pm said:

i like your blog and your baked goods!

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- ediblesubstance on November 5, 2011 at 5:01 pm said:
  
  Thank you 🙂
  
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Mila Krumbs on November 18, 2011 at 2:50 pm said:

Hi!! I’m a budding baker and just started a blog here with my sister (baking and fashion in one!). Good luck with pursuing your baking career! Look forward to learning a thing or two! x

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- ediblesubstance on November 18, 2011 at 2:54 pm said:
  
  Hi, that’s great! Thanks hopefully I can post a few things that will help. Baking, fashion and sisters are all interests of mine too 🙂
  
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Sara on November 18, 2011 at 3:28 pm said:

How fun, looking forward to following your studies at the NBS! Wouldn’t have minded a class or two there when I used to live in London.

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- ediblesubstance on November 28, 2011 at 9:37 pm said:
  
  Thanks, I hope to share some of what I’ve learnt so far 🙂
  
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dalysbread on November 21, 2011 at 1:15 pm said:

Hi,
Thanks for following my blog. I think I have put on 10 pounds just looking over your posts! Will follow this with interest

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- ediblesubstance on November 28, 2011 at 9:36 pm said:
  
  Ha ha thank you, yes I have a similar problem, but only because I have to taste everything I make 🙂
  
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sanyaliving on November 27, 2011 at 6:55 am said:

What a great, fun site!

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- ediblesubstance on November 28, 2011 at 9:36 pm said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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emi2hips on December 1, 2011 at 3:08 am said:

Hey! You probably wont remember but you commented on my blog emi2hips… although it isnt a food blog I love to bake and it is the best stress reliever. So far there have been anniversary cakes to cookies on my blog… maybe some of your recipes are next 😉 all the best in your baking venture!!

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- ediblesubstance on December 1, 2011 at 12:16 pm said:
  
  Hey, thanks! I completely agree, there is something very relaxing and therapeutic about baking! Great let me know how they turn out. 🙂
  
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earthygurl on December 7, 2011 at 3:23 pm said:

A Chef/Baker! Very cool! I’ll be reading more:)

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elitecuisine on December 10, 2011 at 6:49 pm said:

Hi! Thanks for stopping by my blog! Your site is great! Keep it up!

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jetsetbarbie on December 11, 2011 at 6:32 pm said:

Thanks for liking my post! I’m definitely going to keep checking back on your blog 🙂

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- ediblesubstance on December 11, 2011 at 8:52 pm said:
  
  Great, enjoy 🙂
  
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whisksandchopsticks on December 11, 2011 at 8:24 pm said:

Hi there. Thanks for liking my post. I love all things baking. You have yummy recipes here and they are bookmarked to try soon! 🙂 Tina

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- ediblesubstance on December 11, 2011 at 8:52 pm said:
  
  Thanks you! Do let me know if you try anything 🙂
  
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Kendyll Nicole on December 11, 2011 at 11:33 pm said:

Thanks for liking my post! Your blog has a lot of great content, and I’ve enjoyed looking around. Keep up the delicious work (:

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beckyoinla on December 12, 2011 at 7:11 pm said:

Hi! Thank you for the ‘like’!! I LOVE your blog… anytime I can find more food ideas and inspiration, I’ll take it!!! You got yourself a new follower!!!

Be well!
-beckyoinla
labellehibou.com

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- ediblesubstance on December 13, 2011 at 11:24 am said:
  
  Ah thank you! I’m so glad 🙂
  
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Sue on December 13, 2011 at 1:51 pm said:

Hello, thanks for “liking” my blog post on making Southern Pralines. I am not a professional chef, but I have been cooking for fifty years. 😀

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ohiocook on December 14, 2011 at 8:13 pm said:

Good Blog! and thank you for the “Like” on my post.

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Pasta Princess on December 15, 2011 at 3:52 pm said:

Hi! 🙂 Thank you for the like on my blog! I’m glad you stopped by because it gave me a chance to discover your blog. You’ve done a great job – I see a lot of things I would like to try! Happy Holidays! 🙂

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- ediblesubstance on December 15, 2011 at 4:03 pm said:
  
  That’s so nice! Thank you. Happy holiday to you too.
  
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nocturnefirefay on December 16, 2011 at 12:28 pm said:

Hi there! I’m passing through to let you know that i’ve selected you for the Versatile Blogger Award. You can find out about why I selected you and what you need to do in my link below.

http://nocturnefirefay.wordpress.com/2011/12/16/1973/

Congratulations!

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rantonit on December 16, 2011 at 9:24 pm said:

You have food! (^.^)

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suetony2011 on December 19, 2011 at 1:19 pm said:

Heartiest congratulations on the award and keep following your heart – which will to great achievements…

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- ediblesubstance on February 5, 2012 at 10:29 am said:
  
  Thank you, I still feel so honoured 🙂
  
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Barbra & Jack Donachy on December 19, 2011 at 8:07 pm said:

Glad you enjoyed our post, and glad we found your site. We look forward to looking at it!

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alternative eating on December 20, 2011 at 12:04 am said:

🙂 Quick question:) How did you get the “versatile” logo on your sidebar?

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Vered at EatNowTalkLater on December 20, 2011 at 12:00 pm said:

I’ve nominated you for the Liebster blog award! http://eatnowtalklater.wordpress.com/2011/12/20/the-liebster-blog-award/

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- ediblesubstance on December 20, 2011 at 12:08 pm said:
  
  Wow, Thank you 😀
  
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Amor24 on December 20, 2011 at 5:49 pm said:

You liked my ‘Early Christmas Baking’ post. It was the sauce that you liked, wasn’t it 😀 lol

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herdailydigest on December 21, 2011 at 3:31 pm said:

I guess I can learn more about food from u then (“,)

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onepinkmacaroon on December 21, 2011 at 7:58 pm said:

your blog is so inspiring! I want to eat everything 😛
I nominated you in my Liebster Blog Award x

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- ediblesubstance on February 5, 2012 at 10:30 am said:
  
  Thank you sweetheart! 🙂
  
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natalie on December 22, 2011 at 11:55 pm said:

I have been thinking about cooking school -more of a fantasy, really. Can’t wait to hear about your experience!

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Tony on December 23, 2011 at 4:55 pm said:

Thanks for dropping by my place, You have some recipes here that I just have to try. So much for the diet in the New Year!

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- ediblesubstance on December 23, 2011 at 10:06 pm said:
  
  ha ha ha me too!
  
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cyclingrandma on December 24, 2011 at 4:51 pm said:

Thanks for stopping in and liking my post. Hope to check out your recipes soon.

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Jude on December 25, 2011 at 6:00 pm said:

Hi, I love baking – and eating the results! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I’ll be back to check your recipes!

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balancejoyanddelicias on December 26, 2011 at 5:32 pm said:

I love baking! I think if I could choose a second profession, I’d definitely want to be a chef/baker! Love seeing your creations! 🙂

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jeremyrfranklin on December 26, 2011 at 6:55 pm said:

I am blown away by your creations – especially the Sweet Potato/Pumpkin Seed/Rosemary Sourdough!…and the Gooseberry/Almond Squares!…and the Surgical Implant Cupcakes!

Thanks for checking out my blog. Let me know how the Pumpkin/Chocolate Chip Cake works for you; I can’t wait to hear what adjustments you might make.

Best wishes! – JF 🙂

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- ediblesubstance on February 5, 2012 at 10:35 am said:
  
  Thank you! Its always nice to hear that people enjoy your work 🙂
  
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Dust With Flour on December 28, 2011 at 9:56 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I have just moved to WordPress (formerly Blogger), so I am still working on the look/function of my blog. Right now it is pretty rough, but I’m sure I’ll get the hang of things here. I bake a lot, but I will be posting pretty much everything I cook, so feel free to stop by anytime; I’ll be posting weekly. I really enjoyed looking through your posts.

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Kate Abbott - Clifton Kitchen on December 29, 2011 at 6:09 am said:

Hi there,
Thanks for popping by and for “liking” my most recent post. I wish you all the best with your catering career and may your journey through food be as rewarding as mine has.
Kind thoughts
Kate

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a toast and tea on January 2, 2012 at 4:48 pm said:

Thanks for liking my posts! You have a lot of tasty looking recipes here; I look forward to reading more of them!

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m0chi on January 6, 2012 at 4:06 am said:

Thanks for visiting and liking my blog 🙂 Great blog and nice baking creation! Good luck 🙂 PS: I love baking too

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cloudoflace on January 7, 2012 at 6:34 pm said:

Hey there,
Thanks for liking my blog post 🙂 It gave me the chance to discover your wonderful recipes… Really inspiring.
Regards

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spicerack on January 8, 2012 at 1:30 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog! Means a lot to this new blogger! Your blog is great too!
Regards,
Deepa

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foodashion on January 15, 2012 at 2:57 pm said:

Love your blog, cant wait to see whats next

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- ediblesubstance on February 5, 2012 at 10:36 am said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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Marsha Clark / Inspirational Chic on January 15, 2012 at 3:37 pm said:

Thank you for liking my blog post on honey bulgar wheat bread. I’m new to blogging but not to baking. I love finding other people who share my love of baking.
You’re recipes ARE OVER THE TOP!. I will definately be dropping by from time to time. Just curious, what are the bear claw like pastries on your header? They look yummy.

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- ediblesubstance on January 16, 2012 at 9:03 am said:
  
  Thanks very much! I have been getting a few requests so I will post a recipe soon. Its a French bread called fougasse. 🙂
  
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Jennifer Barricklow on January 16, 2012 at 3:54 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by and liking my post! Dangerous though it will be for my waistline and blood sugar, I’ll be checking your blog regularly for inspiration. I wish you much success and enjoyment in your baking!

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Luckystar on January 21, 2012 at 1:10 pm said:

I am glad you enjoyed the pagoca (pronounced pogocha) i have enjoyed cooking for 40 years and i am always looking for new ideas. Congratulations an your quest to become a qualified baker. I wish i had done something like that when i was young.

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Shel on January 21, 2012 at 11:29 pm said:

Your blog is really good. It is nice to read up on what someone is doing who is training professionally.

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- ediblesubstance on February 5, 2012 at 10:38 am said:
  
  Thank you, enjoy 🙂
  
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Sarah on January 22, 2012 at 12:15 am said:

Thanks for visiting my blog! I’m enjoying your blog – I’ll be checking in to learn more from you!

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crunchycook on January 22, 2012 at 10:47 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog and “liking” my post about gluten-free, sugar-free cupcakes! I’ve been enjoying looking around your blog. 🙂

~Kelsey

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emmamakepeace on January 25, 2012 at 4:22 am said:

Thanks for checking out my blog and liking my post. I look forward to spending some time exploring your blog further as the photos of your baking experiments and adventures look amazing and now I’m really hungry 🙂

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reluctantlymeatfree on January 25, 2012 at 10:07 pm said:

Hello! I just got back from being away (with no internet!) and saw your ‘like’ on the Beetroot burgers. It led me back here which is wonderful! Such nice recipes. Maybe an opportunity too good to miss as well…. as an accomplished baker, can you recommend a recipe for a roll/bun for the burgers? Would be good not to just use generic rolls….

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délicesdeFleur on January 26, 2012 at 5:31 pm said:

Thanks for taking a look at my blog and liking my post. (My first ‘like’ from another food blogger!) 🙂 For a novice and still a little under-confident blogger it means masses! Thank you! Your blog has some great recipes, I’ll keep checking in to see what else you post. With your training, you also sound like the person to ask when it comes to baking queries..

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aleycakes on January 27, 2012 at 4:13 pm said:

Thank you for all the likes! I appreciate you taking the time to look at my blog. Yours looks very cool! You seem to be passionate about food! Nice to meet you 🙂

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doverfolks on January 27, 2012 at 4:48 pm said:

Thank you for taking the time to encourage other bakers. Your “like” was very kind and we appreciate it.

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foodrefashionista on January 27, 2012 at 6:35 pm said:

Thanks for visiting my blog and “liking” my bean bake. Your blog looks great and I wish you the best in your studies!

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arkenaten on January 27, 2012 at 6:38 pm said:

Thanks for popping over to The Ark’s spot.
All the creative baking is my daughter’s – she doesn’t run a blog , but does have a FB page.
Your stuff looks delicious!
Best of luck with the studies.
The NBS: is this in the UK?

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Engineer's Cuisine on January 27, 2012 at 9:41 pm said:

Hi, thanks for checking out my blog. Your fougasses look amazing. Here in Montreal, there are so many bakeries that sell them, I never even thought of making my own. I’ll definitely come back here if ever I need recipe ideas.
Cheers!

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gwynnem on January 29, 2012 at 4:15 pm said:

Thanks so much for checking out my blog. I’m a relative newbie to the food blogging world, but I love to cook and to try new recipes. I’m loving the recipes on your site so far.

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MrsBushranger on February 1, 2012 at 9:08 pm said:

I love finding baking enthusiasts! Good luck with your studies. I’ll keep watching.
Kindest regards, MrsBushranger

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- ediblesubstance on February 5, 2012 at 10:40 am said:
  
  Thank you, Hope you enjoy what you see 🙂
  
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pondblog on February 2, 2012 at 1:52 am said:

Thanks for the like! Looking forward to reading your blog.

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denise:) on February 2, 2012 at 4:03 pm said:

Thanks for the “Like” of my chocolate chip cookies post- your bread rolls with chili and cheese is making me drool! You have a nice blog and even look pretty with the hairnet! (hard to do for most!).

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Mary McAndrew on February 4, 2012 at 12:36 pm said:

Hi and thanks for visiting “My Other Creative Side” blog…I do it for fun and mostly to share my favorite hobbies, baking, writing etc. I hope you visit my ‘real’ blog as I’m a paintress- part time in NY part time in England! ( http://www.marymcandrew.com/blog )
Looking forward to more of your posts, keep in touch about your classes!
Mary

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Tiffany on February 5, 2012 at 3:48 pm said:

I think that you and I could get along quite well! Baking and eating bread are two of my most favorite things! Nice blog. 🙂

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LeslieSholly on February 5, 2012 at 9:35 pm said:

Thank you for visiting and liking my cake post. I also love baking bread, although I am out of practice. So I am looking forward to seeing some of your recipes!

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alternative eating on February 7, 2012 at 10:29 pm said:

I love your blog and I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award!
http://alternativeeating.me/2012/02/07/versatile-blogger-award-february-2012/

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Dr Nancy P on February 9, 2012 at 10:48 pm said:

Hi
I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award because I love what you do! http://pureandsimplebakes.com/
xx 🙂

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Danielle Hewitt on February 11, 2012 at 4:40 pm said:

Hey there! I love reading your blog so I tagged you in a little blogger game that I was also tagged in. I hope you’ll play too. 🙂
http://daniellehewitt.wordpress.com/2012/02/11/tagged-and-ready/

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- ediblesubstance on February 12, 2012 at 2:44 pm said:
  
  wow cool I’ll have a look now 🙂
  
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amysworlds on February 11, 2012 at 5:00 pm said:

Hi! Thanks for the like ^^
Love the picture at the top of the page.
Hopefully see you again, although i mainly do sewing and crafts on my blog 😀 Might get some more pudding making done at some point!
Amy

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ohiocook on February 11, 2012 at 11:14 pm said:

Thank you for visiting and the ‘Like”!

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Farbs1 on February 12, 2012 at 9:57 am said:

Hi, thanks for the like, coming from a baker I’ll take that as high praise!

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Venessa on February 13, 2012 at 3:58 am said:

Thanks for the like! It looks like you’ve got some good stuff going on…Yum!

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nocturnefirefay- Miss L.F xoxo on February 18, 2012 at 2:08 pm said:

Just letting you know that I given you another versatile blogger award- no pressure to take part; but if you do wish to know what it entails, just click my link http://nocturnefirefay.wordpress.com/2012/02/18/versatile-awards/
Congrats either way and have a lovely weekend.

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Halo on February 24, 2012 at 2:49 pm said:

Thank you for the post like, glad to see you like my gluten free cake pop creations and I hope to see you around the Emporium again soon. Best of luck with the baking!

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thejoyofcaking on February 26, 2012 at 2:41 pm said:

Thanks for all the “likes”! It makes me feel good to know a professional baker enjoys my posts. I’m going to go look at some of your delicious recipes 🙂 Have a great day!

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Liz on February 26, 2012 at 6:39 pm said:

Looks like fun – I will follow:-)

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nanigae on February 26, 2012 at 9:27 pm said:

Lovely blog and your photography is as impressive as your recipes! I’ll be back often.

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Villy on February 27, 2012 at 12:01 pm said:

Thanks for dropping by my blog! I looked around and you have some awesome baking ideas! Great job!

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nocturnefirefay- Miss L.F xoxo on March 2, 2012 at 6:28 pm said:

Just letting you know I’ve given you the 7×7 Link award- as always, no pressure to participate; but the info is here if you do. 🙂 http://nocturnefirefay.wordpress.com/2012/03/02/7×7-link-award/
Congrats and have a lovely weekend!

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dogkisses on March 4, 2012 at 12:56 am said:

I wanted to tell you that I nominated your wonderful blog for a little award. The Kreativ Blogger. It’s okay if you don’t feel inspired to participate, but wanted you to know I appreciate your blog. Thanks!

Blessings,
dogkisses.

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barabrith.com on March 8, 2012 at 9:15 am said:

Love your Fougasse it’s so pretty, off to do some baking right now!
Barabrithx

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boomdeeadda on March 16, 2012 at 5:49 pm said:

Hi, thank’s for your visit to my Blog, Boomdeeadda, for sure you can bake me under the table. I Pin’d a cupcake to my Pinterest as they’re all so pretty and that way others will find your beautiful Blog too. Cheers

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jill on March 24, 2012 at 2:59 pm said:

Hello,
Thank you for liking my post “this moment”. Nice blog, love the photos!

Cheers,
Jill

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Valerie (all mussed up) on April 3, 2012 at 4:29 pm said:

So fun to follow you back here from my blog — it is one of my kajillion different dreams to pursue some patisserie training! Looking forward to reading your adventures.

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frenchozzie on April 5, 2012 at 12:01 am said:

Dear Danya (is that your first name?)
Thank you for your appreciation. In my family, bakery is a tradition. My grandfather was a baker, his son (my uncle), his grandchilren (my cousins) and his brother also. All males. It is a demanding and physical job, so congratulations for your choice. Women are not that common in this profession and I am very glad to see on your blog, that so many women are passionate about it. Usually, I know from my family experience that female bakers are the best, when talking about aesthetic in the products. This is true, when I look at your cupcakes. Best wishes for your career…

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thegirlwhoplayedwithdough on April 15, 2012 at 2:21 pm said:

Fougasse! Beautiful! From one baker to another, keep up the great work!

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Marisa on April 15, 2012 at 2:57 pm said:

Your fougasse looks beautiful!

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clothmonkey on April 30, 2012 at 6:39 pm said:

Hello, thanks for stopping by, reading and liking my post….. I love your blog and I’ll definitely be trying out your chilli cheese sour dough when my starter’s ready 🙂 …. best wishes for happy baking x

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daisyisretro on April 30, 2012 at 6:57 pm said:

Thanks for liking my blog http://www.daisyisretro.wordpress.com. Your site is AMAZING! I want to make everything : ) x

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Fresh from Kitchen on May 1, 2012 at 7:40 am said:

Thanks for liking my blog . You’ve got great recipes there. ;D

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bubblybaker on May 1, 2012 at 12:07 pm said:

Hi Danya, thanks for dropping by my blog 🙂 Loving your writing, looking forward to more posts from you x

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huntshar1 on May 1, 2012 at 2:28 pm said:

Great blog, enjoying it. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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dogsmum on May 1, 2012 at 2:39 pm said:

Ohhh how odd, I just turned my calendar to May this morning & there was a recipe for Cheesy fougasse flat bread lol

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1missbee on May 2, 2012 at 4:35 am said:

I love your blog-thanks for “liking” my cupcake! I’d love to paint that chocolate cupcake you have posted..yummy!

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Zen and Genki on May 9, 2012 at 3:45 am said:

So nice to “meet” you! Such a pleasure to find someone who is so darn passionate about something so darn tasty! All the very best of luck to you in your studies (and goody-making!)
anne

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- ediblesubstance on May 10, 2012 at 5:03 pm said:
  
  Thank you! 🙂
  
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Pat on May 23, 2012 at 2:58 pm said:

Thanks for stopping in at my blog,I hope you do well in your career,yum! I too love good breads.
Love ya and have a good baking day 😀 😀

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Deborah on May 24, 2012 at 11:36 pm said:

thanks for dropping by my blog! great to see a fellow baker in the blogosphere! your cupcakes are making me hungry.

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thecakerevolutionblog on May 30, 2012 at 12:09 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog! no need to say I’m going to be a big fan of yours..i’m into all things baked and as any good italian I love bread! =)

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Mary on May 31, 2012 at 12:42 am said:

Thanks for the visit to my blog! Baking School!! – I am so jealous and I’ll check out your recipes.

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How to make Banana Nut Muffins on June 12, 2012 at 1:17 pm said:

Wow, awesome blog layout! How long have you been blogging for? you make blogging look easy. The overall look of your site is great, as well as the content!

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Paula {Salt, Pepper and a Dollop of Cream} on September 20, 2012 at 1:27 pm said:

A big hi and thank you for visiting my blog! Congratulations on your masters! I’m looking at the wonderful cakes you’ve made and am in awe of your achievements. Enjoy your travels. xx Paula

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Sugar Talk on September 21, 2012 at 1:54 pm said:

Congrats on finishing your degree – that’s awesome! Thanks, as well, for visiting Sugar Talk and liking my post on The Cook-Off. I look forward to seeing more of your recipes and blog posts!

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Edibles&Travels on March 5, 2013 at 11:47 pm said:

I think we have a very similar blog! Our URL is similar with the ‘edibles’ bit 🙂 Good luck with yours, it’s great!

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