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sweet and sour

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I've been doing a bit of baking while working at the cafe, and one of the most popular things on the menu is lemon slice. Customers often order a wedge with their morning coffee and it's pretty easy and quick to make. I felt a bit shy about stealing the recipe from the cafe for my blog. But then I came across a very similar one online- Julie Biuso is a well-known NZ chef and has some recipes on her website, including sticky lemon slice. I made it this afternoon (we're having friends over for dinner) and I can confirm it's pretty good.

Have a great weekend!

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30 responses to “sweet and sour”

  1. rosalyn Avatar
    rosalyn

    yumm!! looks delicious. i will have to try this!
    thanks for the link 🙂

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  2. annri Avatar
    annri

    yummy! thank you for the recipe link. thank you for the blog visit too!

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  3. Margaret Oomen Avatar
    Margaret Oomen

    all your yellows look delicious
    so sunny and warm too

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  4. Denise | Chez Danisse Avatar
    Denise | Chez Danisse

    I think these might be what I grew up knowing as lemon bars. My mom makes wonderful lemon bars! I might have to bake some myself… I hope your dinner is fun.

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  5. Clare Avatar
    Clare

    Yum, great idea for the weekend, I love lemon slice. Thanks x

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  6. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    Haven’t had that for years! Thanks for the recipe link!

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  7. Sarah S Avatar
    Sarah S

    Yum – the slice looks delicious! I spent the day in Nelson today, what a nice, sunny Friday.

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  8. by night Avatar
    by night

    I can’t wait to try this!! looks delicious! thanks for the link!

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  9. julie Avatar
    julie

    I love lemon slice! This recipe looks very good.
    It must be fun to bake at the café.
    Have a great weekend!

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  10. jill Avatar
    jill

    They look really delicious – I’m gonna give them a go this afternoon. If they turn out OK, I might try substituting the Lemon for Orange. mmmmmmmmmmmmmm
    Have a lovely weekend.

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  11. Islay Avatar
    Islay

    That looks beyond delicious! Think I’ve got my weekend baking planned…

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  12. Silke Avatar
    Silke

    Hmmmm. Now where do I find the time to go buy lemons today?

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  13. poverty.jane Avatar
    poverty.jane

    you have a lovely conscious, I admire that!

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  14. kelly Avatar
    kelly

    Mmm. I love lemon bars. I’ll have to give this recipe a go. Thank you for sharing – and lovely pictures, as always.

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  15. Shin Ae Avatar
    Shin Ae

    We love that at our house! I hope you’re enjoying your time at the cafe!

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  16. Cinnamon Avatar
    Cinnamon

    Ooh, those are one of my all time favorite treats. And your top photo of all those yellows is lovely! I hope your enjoying your change of pace.

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  17. caireen Avatar
    caireen

    all I can say is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cl5Pfc5TyO0
    Cxx

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  18. tinyhappy Avatar
    tinyhappy

    umm… caireen- thats crazy but i like it!

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  19. Nancy Avatar
    Nancy

    I so enjoy stopping by your blog to see what is inspiring you–your creativity is so connected to the world around you.

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  20. Teena Avatar
    Teena

    Looks delicious…thanks for the link!

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  21. Holly C. Avatar
    Holly C.

    Oh-I love these. So addictive. We call them lemon squares (because we cut them in squares, I guess). But I think I like the wedges and calling it lemon slice better!

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  22. stephanie caldwell Avatar
    stephanie caldwell

    mmm…yummy! we call these lemon squares but slices sound more appetizing, could be because you included that photo and it looks super tasty. Enjoy your dinner! What are you having?
    Thanks for including my shop sale in your ‘pleasing things’ collection.

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  23. tif Avatar
    tif

    mmmmm…. lemon!

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  24. Mayka Avatar
    Mayka

    Ohh, I remember having such a craving for thse during my pregnancy. Seeing them brought back so many delightful memories. Thanks for the recipe!

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  25. Mousy Brown Avatar
    Mousy Brown

    Just what I needed for lunch today – we have friends coming and I wanted a treat for dessert – Thanks for sharing it! 😀

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  26. gina Avatar
    gina

    yummy!

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  27. jenny Avatar
    jenny

    That sticky lemon slice is so so good… it’s been our go-to for a treat this summer 🙂 yum

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  28. biuso@clear.net.nz Avatar
    biuso@clear.net.nz

    Hi Melissa,
    it’s absolutely fine that you used my recipe. I’m flattered! We love it too – it’s that sweet-sharp thing that does it. I’ve got a pic of it on my site http://www.juliebiuso.com
    Have you tried my decadent chocolate cake with Valhrona chocolate and Cointreau?
    Julie Biuso

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  29. Mayka Avatar
    Mayka

    I made this dessert last weekend and my daughter raved over it! Absolutely delicious and effortless.

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  30. Regina Avatar
    Regina

    After the success with the chocolate cookie recipe you passed along, I’m trying these. Thanks! 🙂

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