I first stumbled upon an old-fashioned blitz torte, a German layer cake traditionally filled with custard and topped with meringue, when researching recipes for my second cookbook, “The Vintage Baker.

A light, classic coconut cake in all its old-fashioned glory. By Lisa Donovan Credit...Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food stylist: Maggie Ruggiero. Prop stylist: Sophia Eleni Pappas. In 2013, I ...

Have you ever wondered what sets pound cake apart from any other? The answer actually lies within the name itself. The original recipe was made using one pound of each of the primary ingredients — ...

There’s something undeniably comforting about the rich, sweet aromas that waft from old-fashioned bakes, reminiscent of grandma’s kitchen. In this collection of 21 cherished recipes, we’ll dive into ...