About David Leite

With its deep dark chocolate smack and intense espresso buzz, this mocha cake creation ought to have a minimum age requirement.

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And you thought those perfect swirls of cinnamon raisin awesomeness were something you could only get in store-bought loaf. This recipe dispels that myth.

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Sonhos–Portuguese for “dreams”–is an apt name for Portugal’s dreamy doughnuts that are as easy to make as they are to eat.

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Forever? Completely? Sounds like words used only in conjunction with things that inspire lasting love. Like this cake.

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As David explains, precious few things in life are forever and completely. His adoration for this chocolate cake is one of those precious few things. One taste and you’l understand.

Inspired by the tropics, this simple single-layer cake is quick and easy yet lacks nothing in terms of satisfying richness.

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These Mother’s Day recipes are the kind of dishes any mother would die for, especially if fed to her in bed. Just ask David. On second thought, don’t.

Easter desserts for your holiday dinner, including coconut lemon cake, pound cake, lemon meringue pie, cheesecake, and more. Step aside, chocolate bunny.

Our best Passover recipes, including traditional as well as unconventional additions to your weeknight or your Seder table.

These are our best grilled cheese sandwiches, including classic, veggie, mac and cheese, and everything grilled cheese.

Our best recipes for classic as well as unexpected Easter sides, desserts, and, yes, ham. Easter simply isn’t complete without setting some of these on your table.

Everything you need to know to decipher all the confusing terms you’re confronted with when selecting a holiday ham at the store.

David comes to understand that for some, corned beef hash is about far more than mere sustenance or ridding the fridge of leftovers. Far, far more.

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Because life is too short to not indulge in roast pork when you crave it, here are ample options to get your fix.