We’re spending Christmas Day at home with our family. I have two luxury escapes from the holiday chaos. The first was last weekend’s trip to Four Seasons Westlake Village. Next week, we will depart for our second-holiday getaway. We hope the weather cooperates because we are scheduled to swim in the Bahamas. Sometimes I travel with wine, which might seem […]
In partnership With Sterling Wines. This summer has been incredibly hectic, and we have relied on plank cooking to make quick meals. Plank grilling can cook everything, from fruits and vegetables to meats. It also minimizes the mess that comes with built-in barbecues. The smoke adds flavor and lets you leave the food on planks rather than transferring it to platters. […]
Hot pot, a Chinese dish that can be enjoyed together as a meal, originates in Eastern China. It involves a large broth bowl heated on a stove or induction. You can also place raw vegetables and thinly sliced meats on the table or on a nearby cart so that they can be cooked in the broth. It is a very […]
The food is what I miss most about Hong Kong and my frequent travels throughout Southeast Asia. I’m looking forward to returning to the region to buy delicious Asian fruits from street markets and grocers, which are difficult to find at home. This list aims to give you the names and descriptions of exotic and everyday Asian fruits and how […]
I have been enjoying a warm glass of lemon water for many years to start my day. This is because of the numerous health benefits it offers. However, I have recently switched to drinking lemon water and turmeric. Here’s why. Lemon water has many health benefits on its own. It helps detoxify your body by giving your digestive system an extra kick. My morning […]
How to Choose Your Next Glass Smoking Bong A decade ago, purchasing a glass bong meant walking to the nearest shop and picking one from the shelf. Although the shop was cozy, it would usually have a few dozen hand-blown bongs at most. Most shoppers will base their choice on how simple or attractive the item is. Handmade bongs will last many […]
Traveling is always fun, but I’m always ready for a regular eating pattern once I return. After my return from China, I started to prepare meals preparations. Meal preparations that include a lot of vegetables. This Roasted Vegetable Couscous Meal Prep combines a few of our favorite recipes. It can be made with chicken or with chickpeas. These meal preps can be […]
Confession: Sometimes, I like instant Ramen. Do you know those little packets of cheap, salty noodles that cost only 30C/? Although I don’t eat them very often (maybe once a year), I do enjoy getting a packet of instant noodles when I feel the need. Six easy ways to make instant Ramen more delicious. These six easy ways are a win-win […]
Spicy Orecchiette With Chicken Sausage & Kale is a variation of one of my favourite fast weeknight meals, pasta + Parmesan plus vegetable. This recipe is great for budget-minded people who already know the formula. But, it will make your dinner routine much easier for new friends. You can find my favourite recipes in the past, and I will list […]
I have never been a fan of ranch dressing. I wouldn’t say I like to put ranch dressing on everything. But last January, when I did my Vegetarian Challenge, I became addicted. I ate vegetable snack plates almost every day, and the Ken’s Steakhouse Buttermilk Ranch dressing my vegetables were dipped in was my salvation. I was hooked and wanted to dip everything into the […]