Dark Chocolate Madelines

with essence of fresh Seville Oranges. I love Seville Oranges and I always buy them when we are in Europe. Unfortunately, I have never seen them in the Bay Area; which, has bummed me out as I have wanted to try making David Lebovitz's Orange Marmalade.

Today was my lucky day. I stumbled upon Seville Oranges at one of our favorite little neighborhood markets, Bi-Rite. I had to buy them! All the way home I thought about what I would do first besides the obvious .... devour them! Then it hit me, I had to come up with something sweet and chocolately - Death by Chocolate like - as well, I wanted something for L. to take back to Boston for his family.

These little cakes are perfect for someone you love or for a sweet sinful little snack - as well they are simple to make!

May 5th, 2007

We started the evening with Blood Orange Margaritas, Organic Corn Tortillas w/an Eggplant Salsa - we are crazy for Eggplant right now! Next we moved to a Vegetarian Enchilada with a roasted tomatillo chiptole sauce. I have to say, the veggies were cooked just enough with alittle crunch & the sauce had a nice bite of spice with an under tone of smokiness. Went nicely with the Margaritas! Dessert ~ Zest of Blood Orange madelines dipped in a semi-sweet Scharfenberg Chocolate. Time to hit the couch with a bit of Port and a good movie ... Now, what restaurant offers that type of service!