The Flying Kitchen

A Cooking Website by Shannon Vavich Est. 2010

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Black Forest Cake / Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte

If you’ve ever been to Germany and had the chance to taste a proper Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte, then you know that the flavor, texture and overall presentation of this cake far surpasses almost any other cake in the world. Here is my recipe and a full video on how to make this cake in your own […]

Braised Short Ribs

This is the kind of thing I make for big family feasts.   If you are looking for a real “show stopper” of a dinner, consider making these sumptuous short ribs.  prepare this dinner earlier in the day and let it slow-cook over several hours.  Even if your dinner is finished early, you can still […]

Fun & Easy Christmas Tree Cake

JUST FOR FUN. A great cake to make if you’re interested in a fun, light project that’s not too serious.

Classic American Chocolate Layer Cake

A deep, dark chocolatey cake that is moist and almost custard-like, while still being light. The mayonnaise is an unlikely key ingredient that makes this cake so full-proof and special. The crumb is delicate, but sturdy enough to hold any kind of icing you wish to spoon on. This recipe makes 3 8-inch round layers […]

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