Entice your palate!
Have you ever looked into your fridge and found fruits that you have forgotten about? I certainly had that moment the other day, and found a big delicious Nashi pear. Pears are packed with nutrients and often used for soothing sore throat. With the Nashi pear in my hand, I decided to create a 3P …
Valentine’s Day is four weeks away and I have my mind on some pretty pink treats! When we think of Valentine’s, roses are bound to be on top of the list. Hence my inspiration for these Rose Water infused cupcakes. The secret to these cupcakes are simply a tablespoon of rose water in your favorite …
I love colors — purple is one of my favorites. It has a calming and elegant visual appeal. A root vegetable that provides such appeal is purple sweet potato. In addition to its color, purple sweet potato has a creamy texture that adds smoothness to many desserts. This purple sweet potato dessert cup is a great …
Happy 2019!! To reflect on my 2018, there has been many changes — both positive and negative. It’s cliché but I truly believe things happen for a reason. The negatives just make us stronger and give us a broader perspective on things around us. I am very thankful for all of my family and friends …
I love trying new fruits and vegetables. During one of my shopping trips at Safeway, I saw a spiky yellow fruit that looks too interesting to pass up. Despite its spiky appearance, the fruit is actually a little soft as I gently squished it. This “soft-hearted” fruit is Kiwano — a melon that originated from Africa. …
I first met the Carrara brothers at a bridal show in 2012. They were promoting their new venture, Carrara Pastries — an authentic Italian bakery. I vividly remember the croque-en-bouche on display was both eye-catching and mouth-watering! Having tasted the delicious Carrara profiteroles at the show, my husband (then-fiance) and I visited the original Carrara …
Happy Thanksgiving! This year, I am traveling to Southern California for Thanksgiving to visit a very dear friend. I packed up the car and drove 10 hours with my kids and dogs. It was very tiring but it was all worth it to see my friend and her newborn girl. Thanksgiving is truly a time …
Imagine walking around a Christmas market in Berlin. The crisp air is filled with aroma of delicious baked goods. The streets are filled with people and festive lights. I spent some winter holidays in Germany and experienced this firsthand. My favorite part is to sip a cup of warm Glühwein while enjoying this Christmas tradition. …
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! That means we will be enjoying lots of delicious yet heavier foods. Some people might skip meals to save room for Thanksgiving dinner. May I suggest my Berry Dragon Fruit Smoothie as your pregame to Thanksgiving? Dragon fruit is very refreshing and has many health benefits. I used the …
Remember the Tiramisu Mascarpone Cheesecake from my Sweet Exploration post? It was so creamy that it left me craving for more mascarpone. With some fresh figs in the fridge and a jar of California Orange Blossom Honey, I decided to make a wine pairing with some Honey Fig Mascarpone Tarts. I’m a big fan of Heidrun …
