I started this blog 6 months ago and my goal was to continue learning and growing as a cook. Trying recipes that have been on my list to make for a long time. Wanting to learn how to bake and create yummy and tasty desserts. So far, I have been doing just that. I have …
There is nothing like crispy chicken skin and achieving it can be a hit or miss. This chicken under a brick recipe is adapted from Marc Forgione’s debut book, and creates that crispy chicken skin we all love. I love it because the skin is crispy but the chicken is not dry. For his brick …
For me, Spring is the time of year I enjoy pickling the most. This recipe for spicy pickled red onions is my favorite. I love adding jalapenos and coriander seeds to the mix. I love using coriander and it has become one of my favorite spices! The citrusy notes add a nice element to the …
Steadily I’ve been getting more and more adventurous when it comes to desserts. Stepping out of my comfort zone, I created this delicious dish! Golden milk ice cream with cardamom-spiced meringue! It is sooo good! The ice cream is coconut base and the meringue has cardamon in it, plus some chocolate action and toasted nuts going …
Ok, I have a confession to make. One of the first cookbooks I even owned and brought was Bobby’s Flay Mesa Grill. I remember watching Bobby on the Food Network with Boy Meets Grill and loved the flavor profiles he cooked with. All the chile’s, tomatillos, spices–very bold in-your-face type seasonings. I loved it! This …
It is the start of the week and I hope everyone is having a good day. I have some good news! Earlier in January, I submitted my recipe, Pickled Beets & Goat Cheese Salad With Pistachios to The Taste of SF and they picked mine as the winner! Check out the link! This journey of …
I love making cocktails. It is another outlet for me to be creative. I remember when I first got into cocktail making. I bought Campari and basically said I would never buy it again! It is amazing how you grow and your taste buds change. For this cocktail, it is a spin on a drink …
Taco Tuesday or taco every day? These shrimp tacos are not your average shrimp tacos. They are braised in beer and spices and topped with a nice crunchy cabbage slaw and chipotle crema! Very tasty are perfect to enjoy with family and friends. Also quick to whip up! Growing up I was surrounded by seafood, …