Desserts – VOXYVOTE

Marian Burros’s Beloved Plum Torte Turns 40. Here’s Its Story.

The plum torte didn’t seem to have the makings of a hit when it was published in 1983. Forty years later, it’s still beloved.

A press-in-the-pan shortbread crust and an easy lemon curd filling make this stunning pastry a snap to bake.

Those luscious berries have a downside: All that liquid can weigh down baked goods, but Melissa Clark has solutions.

Preparing a special dinner can be intimidating, but these make-ahead sweets will be hits no matter how much time or kitchen confidence you have.

South Asian sweet shops across the country are integral in connecting their local communities with their favorite familiar confections.