Continuing the festivities during Kevin’s birthday celebration weekend, I wanted to make some sort of Mexican breakfast (his favorite). If we are ever out to brunch and chilaquiles are on a menu, it’s a given that he will order it. I wanted to make a different …
In my quest this past spring to find a breakfast bread that wasn’t overloaded with sugar but still tasty, I gave a number of different recipes a try. The third recipe I tried out (from AllRecipes.com) for Banana Bread was hands down my favorite. Because the …
One of the jobs I had prior to graduating college was working in the Lingerie Department at Nordstrom slanging bras and panties to women (and the occasional man) of all ages, shapes, and sizes. I learned the art of the hustle since my paychecks were …
For Kevin’s birthday this year, I made the last cake I’ll probably have time to bake for a long time. His side of the family came over for a celebration, and I wanted to make a cake with a lighter feel. I went with my …
I’ve made this recipe a few times but have never written about it – I figure it’s time to finally share! While bulgogi isn’t something I normally order at a Korean restaurant, I do love making it at home. It’s also an easy crowd-pleaser when …
To compliment the Lemongrass Chicken bowls, I made a batch of pickled daikon (Japanese radish) and carrot. The pickles are the perfect garnish for any type of Vietnamese food – banh mi sandwiches, egg rolls, meat dishes – you name it! I got the recipe …
As this crazy summer heat wears on, I’ve found myself really wanting Vietnamese food. Maybe not so much a hot bowl of pho, but a nice rice noodle (bún) bowl is so refreshing on hot days. I love the many fresh herbs and cold vegetables …
I threw my mom a surprise party to celebrate her big 6-0 last month with my extended family – about 20-25 of us in all. Given her East Los Angeles roots and inherent love for Mexican food, I decided to give it a fiesta theme. I …
A long time fan of ispahan and admirer of French pastries, I had to take advantage of being in Paris a few months ago and try one of Pierre Hermé’s famous ispahan macarons! Here are a couple more fun snaps from our time in Paris. Italy photos …
I failed at making a chocolate caramel pretzel tart a couple of months ago, and, while tasty, it might be the second ugliest thing I’ve ever made, just after those Apricot Pistachio Squares. I had extra ingredients so I made minis of the tart (as shown …