Long-time east Auckland local Maree Robinson-Olsson is a whiz when it comes to whipping up delicious treats to satisfy all tastes.
She’s excited to have recently released her stunning new cookbook, entitled Sweet Nostalgia.
It’s packed with dozens of recipes her family used while she was growing up in New Zealand including those for her mouth-watering Russian Fudge, Cherry Pie, Mini Cheesecakes, Cinnamon Scones, Chocolate Cake, and more.
“I love to bake,” says Maree, who used to own and operate the popular Quirk Dessert shop in Howick’s Picton Street.
“It reminds me of a whimsical childhood where kitchens were filled with delicious smells and happy faces.
“Where you hung around your mum’s feet, hoping to be the one that got to lick the beater!
“For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a ‘sweet tooth’. I get it from my Dad.
“We both still love to crunch away on lollies and sweet treats.
“As a child, when we got treats, I would scoff them straight away, as opposed to my brother, who would savour his, and then slowly eat them in front of me. Big brothers!”
Maree says the cookbook is a collection of sweet recipes from her Nanna, Grandma, Aunty Kay, Aunty Midge, and her Mum.
“There are also some recipes I’ve adapted. I believe food should be a celebration.
“There’s something about coming together to share in nostalgic treats and desserts, and something super special about giving away homemade preserves and treats to others.
“I hope people enjoy making these simple, nostalgic recipes from growing up in New Zealand.”
