It’s officially the holiday season and the end of 2021, and whew, we made it through the year. So here’s my version of a sweet breakfast fit for the holidays! I had an extra box of Mochiko flour in my pantry, and decided now was the time to make something…
It’s already the middle of November, which means it’s almost time for Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is by far my favorite holiday to celebrate – no dealing with gifts, just spending time with family and friends and sharing a delicious meal. This butternut squash and roasted carrot soup would be a great…
It’s officially fall! For San Diego, our weather is all over the place right now – chilly mornings and evenings, warm during the day, and hot and dry winds too. This season is a great time to eat seasonal produce, which includes pears. Add some seasonal spices and walnuts, and…
It’s late summer here in San Diego, and even though it’s still hot during the day, the first touches of fall are upon us – the sun is starting to set earlier, there’s a coolness to the mornings and evenings, and I’ve already decorated my front door with a fall…
In honor of the upcoming summer holiday weekend, I’m revisiting one of my early recipes – goji berry lemonade! This is a tasty fresh variation on your standard lemonade, but with a Chinese medicine twist. It’s perfect for sipping while poolside, at the beach, or to bring to a barbeque…
It’s starting to feel like summer here in San Diego! With warmer days ahead, now is a great time to break out a refreshing drink recipe. One of my favorite simple drinks to make is sparkling water with a squeeze of lime juice. The addition of mint was inspired by…
It’s officially spring time and the weather is getting warmer, so now is a great time to have a salad! But wait, you might be saying – salads are okay now? I know, I spend a lot of time talking about how warm and cooked foods are better for digestion…