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The Swashbakler
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That’s pronounced Swash-Bake-ler

Just your average Baking Swashbuckler.

Self-proclaimed Renaissance Man: Baker, Maker, Sewist, Swordsman, and Craftsman.

Shall we embark on an adventure? ⚔️
The video quality isn’t the best, but someone was able to capture our lover’s quarrel.

This was a fun choreography made for a Swashbuckling themed party. How could I not attend?

#HEMA #WMA #HistoricalFencing #Fencing #Theater #Theatre #Choreography #swordfight #PrincessBride #Movies #Pirates ⚔️ 🏴‍☠️🎭
December 16, 2025 at 10:27 PM
I’m just nuts about these amaretto almond cookies. Filled with an orange zest to make them the best!

Then they are glazed with an amaretto drizzle and topped with some almond slivers!

Did I forget anything?

#Baking #Bakingsky #Cooking #Food #Dessert #Kitchen #Chef #Photography #Cookies #DIY 🧁 🍽️ 🍜
December 16, 2025 at 3:36 AM
We were recently commissioned to perform fencing exhibition at an event. It has been a ton of fun choreographing this little quarrel.
Here is some video of us working through the choreography ⚔️

#HEMA #WMA #HistoricalFencing #fightchoreography #theatre #theater #Fencing #movies #swordplay #Stunts
December 11, 2025 at 3:56 AM
It’s maintenance day! Time to de-burr, polish, and snug up my gear.

I have a few swords that I don’t like the blades, and a few I don’t like the hilts. There may be some kit bashing in the near future!

Do you have a kit-bashed sword? Show me your favorite gear!

#HEMA #WMA #HistoricalFencing ⚔️
December 6, 2025 at 7:35 PM
My fellow Swashbucklers, Swashbaklers, Swashmakers, and other swashers of the world:

Apologies for my absence

I’m cooking up all sorts of new content, so please stay tuned

In the meantime I ask your persimmon for some patience!

#Baking #Bakingsky #Cooking #Food #Dessert #Chef #Photography 🧁 🍽️ 🍜
December 5, 2025 at 3:31 AM
New kitchen gadget!

I was just lent this fun toy for an upcoming project.

Do you know what this is? Have you ever used one before? Think it’s a gadget worth owning?

#Baking #Bakingsky #Cooking #Food #Dessert #Kitchen #Chef #Photography #DIY 🧁 🍽️ 🍜 🥧
November 17, 2025 at 8:32 PM
I am deeply remiss for skipping Happy #Sundog for so long.

But here is Rhoda again in all of her sleepy glory.

May you, too, find some rest and relaxation today!

#Dogs #Dogsky #Pets #Petsky
#dogsofbluesky #Petsofbluesky #Photography #goodgirl
November 16, 2025 at 5:22 PM
The other day I asked what your messiest kitchen experience was. I just inadvertently created a new one.

I can laugh about it now, but what a mess! Pro-tip: secure your shaker bottle. Can you top this?

I give you some humble pie:

#Baking #Cooking #Food #Kitchen #Chef #Photography #fail 🧁 🍽️ 🍜
November 15, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Something citrusy this way comes…

What is your favorite citrus flavor and dessert?

Any guesses on what’s brewing in my kitchen? 🍊

#Baking #Bakingsky #Cooking #Food #Dessert #Kitchen #Chef #Photography #Cookies #Cake #DIY 🧁 🍽️ 🍜 🍞
November 14, 2025 at 5:25 PM
I was so excited to share my cheesy garlic rolls that I forgot to share this photo.

Check out the cheese pull on this sexy beast! Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Romano. The more the merrier!

What did I miss? What would you do differently?

#Baking #Cooking #Food #Chef #Bread #Photography 🧁 🍽️ 🍜 🍞
November 13, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Easy, cheesy, beautiful, garlic roll.

I recently made some garlic knots, but something was missing. What was missing, you ask? MORE CHEESE!

These are my upgraded mozzarella filled garlic rolls.

Pure cheesy, buttery, garlicky bliss!

Who wants one??

#Baking #Cooking #Food #Chef
🧁 🍽️ 🍜 🧀 🧄
November 12, 2025 at 3:40 PM
For those of you who were curious about what got my hands so messy and chocolatey, here is a sample of my bake:

Chocolate crinkle cookies with a hint of orange.

I would rather have chocolatey palms the rest of my life rather than never have another one of these cookies.

#Baking #photography 🧁 🍽️ 🍜
November 8, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Baking:
It’s a messy job, but someone’s gotta do it!

What’s one of your messiest but favorite bakes?

Do you wear an apron or bake with reckless abandon?

#Baking #Photography 🧁 🍽️ 🍜 🍪
November 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A question for my bakers, cooks, chefs, hobbyists, and people who love delicious treats:

I am workshopping “Thanksgiving Macarons” for a party. I’m thinking pumpkin pie and apple pie macarons using apple/pumpkin butter fillings.

What flavors/fillings do you think would be a hit?

#Baking 🧁 🍽️ 🍜
November 6, 2025 at 2:46 PM
I helped cater this phenomenal Halloween party.
(Un)Fortunately I think the decor, designs, and costumes outshone the food, but who cares? It was all amazing!

Please share photos of your Halloween costumes, treats, and shenanigans!

#Baking #Cooking #Food #Halloween #photography 🧁 🍽️ 🍜 🎃
November 1, 2025 at 5:13 PM
It’s the spoopiest time of the year! How better to celebrate than with tasty themed treats!

What’s your favorite Halloween or Dia de los Muertos treat?

#Baking #Cooking #cookies #Decorating #Halloween #food #crafting #DIY #Maker 🧁 🍽️ 🍜
November 1, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Another honorable mention dessert was found at the food and wine festival of Alma do Vinho in Alenquer, Portugal.

This is a Kit-Kat and Nutella stuffed churro.

Was this over the top? Yes. Was it delicious? Absolutely. Did I finish the whole thing? You’d better believe it!

#Travel #food 🧁 🍽️ 🍜 ✈️ 🇵🇹
October 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
If you were ever curious, this is what I would look like as a sardine.

Found in Porto, Portugal 🇵🇹

#Portugal #Porto #Travel #swashbuckling #HEMA #Photography #Food #Funny
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
As I travel home, enjoy a melange of “honorable mention” photos.

My journey has given me much to think about, including what bakes and desserts to recreate!

Was there a treat I’ve shared that you would be excited to have me try and share the baking process?

#Travel #Baking #Photography 🍽️ 🧁 🍜 ✈️
October 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The time has come for my travels to come to a close…for now.

This has been a most enriching adventure filled with amazing cultures, fantastic foods, historical enrichment, and sights beyond beauty.

#Travel #Morocco #Marrakech #Portugal #Paris #France #Africa #Food #Baking #photography ✈️ 🇲🇦 🍽️ 🍜 🧁
October 26, 2025 at 11:10 PM
My next stop in Marrakech was the Madrasa Ben Youssef - an architectural, intellectual and educational hub of Morocco.

This historic monument is absolutely beautiful and very inspirational for the world traveler!

#Travel #Morocco #Marrakech #Education #Architecture #History #photography #books ✈️🇲🇦📕
October 24, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Take a journey through the souks of Marrakech with me!

The magic, the energy, the vibrance and the variety are a sight to behold!

Be prepared to haggle, but also be prepared for memories of a lifetime!

#Travel #Morocco #Marrakech #Shopping #Antiques #Africa #Food #Baking #photography ✈️ 🇲🇦 🍽️ 🍜 🧁
October 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
While I do love food and desserts, I can’t ignore the magnificent craftsmanship found in Marrakech.

I was fortunate to observe a craftsman weaving a cotton scarf on his loom. I was also glad to buy one (or 4)

#Travel #Morocco #Marrakech #Crafting #Fashion #knitting #sewing #maker #photography ✈️ 🇲🇦
October 15, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Thanks a latte! I’m very grateful for this delicious pistachio cream latte I had on a Marrakchi rooftop.

While mint tea is a popular choice in Marrakech, a pistachio flourish is also common. This hit the spot!

#Travel #Morocco #Marrakech #Coffee #Tea #Africa #Food #Baking #photography ✈️ 🇲🇦 🍽️ 🍜 🧁 🫖
October 14, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Feast your eyes on this feast!

This scrumptious Moroccan breakfast included savory crepes, fresh made cheese, fruit, buttery biscuits, and a melange of jams.

What better way to prepare for a day in the souk?

#Travel #Morocco #Marrakech #Africa #Food #Baking #photography ✈️ 🇲🇦 🍽️ 🍜 🧁 🥘
October 13, 2025 at 2:50 PM