Today is not only Australia Day, it is my grandma's 94the Birthday. It's extra-special being on Australia Day because it means we all get a public holiday to celebrate her day. No waiting for the weekend when no one has to work.
This year I won't be there to celebrate with Guppy so I thought I'd re-visit last year's Birthday and send all my love and wishes to her virtually (also in the hope that one of my family members who will be there might show her - pretty please!).
Last year I made Guppy two Birthday cakes. When you're in your 90s you're allowed at least two Birthday cakes. Everybody loved the torta caprese.
Orange syrup cake was the second Birthday cake on the day.
I'm so glad my grandma has such a sweet tooth (must be where I got it). It makes baking all that much more enjoyable when you see how much people enjoy it.
Happy Birthday Gup! I hope you have a wonderful day and I look forward to having another celebration with you when I'm there.
Thanks for being the best grandma a girl (or boy) could have!
Jennifer (Delicieux) says
Happy Birthday to your Grandma!!!!!! I love that photo of you and her, with her wearing her pearls. Gorgeous!
Claire says
It's a great photo isn't it?!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
Your grandma is such a gorgeous, glamourous lady! Of course the apple doesn't fall far from the tree though! :)
Claire says
And she is always gorgeous and glamourous. I hope I can be like that when I get to 94 (or ever!).
The Café Sucré Farine says
Claire, You grandma is precious - and beautiful! Wow, who looks like that at 94?! Wishing her a most happy birthday!!
Claire says
She looks fantastic doesn't she?! Still sharp as a tack too and lives alone. I'm very lucky to have such a wonderful grandma!
Lizzy (Good Things) says
Happy birthday to your grandmother. I can see the family resemblance! 94, wonderful!!!
Claire says
Thanks Lizzy. You should see the post I did of our hands next to each other. They're identical!