Jun
28
2010
When we were in the Bahamas last month, we got a chance to nab some free muffins on our last day at the resort, and these muffins were… how should I say it… unique. It was orange-flavored and topped with crushed pistachio nuts. I took a bite of it and my first instinct was that [...]
Jun
25
2010
What better way to start the summer off right than to make a refreshing and light meal that encompasses grilled shrimp flavored with lemongrass with fresh herbs and veggies from the garden atop rice vermicelli noodles!? This is a classic Vietnamese dish that is so versatile because the shrimp can be substituted with grilled pork, [...]
Jun
21
2010
Did we capture your attention yet? Good. One of my all-time favorite dishes which I find comforting and always satisfying is teriyaki, whether it be with chicken or beef. It’s just one of those simple meals that come with rice, veggies, and a side of grilled meat that is beautifully glazed with a teriyaki sauce. [...]
Jun
16
2010
Home-cooked meals made from scratch are definitely great, but when you are juggling work, school, and just life in general, it can be quite the challenge to prepare on a regular basis. That’s why there are shortcuts that help ease the frustration of what to eat. All of us have some sort of frozen meal [...]
Jun
11
2010
We’re going to show you how to create a fancy looking dinner in about 30-40 minutes. It’s much easier than it looks and you will definitely impress your company. We’ve always enjoyed making roulade, which is basically meat that is rolled around a filling. Last year, we made Chicken Roulade stuffed with sautéed mushrooms and bell peppers, so [...]
Jun
08
2010
We had the opportunity and privilege to volunteer at this year’s Share our Strength’s Taste of the Nation event in LA this past Sunday, thanks to our friends Hong & Kim from Ravenous Couple blog for letting us know about this amazing event that raises money to fight child hunger. Located at Media Park in Culver City, Taste [...]
Jun
06
2010
It’s your favorite time again – our monthly giveaway! This month, we have a great package from Good Earth, a company focused on using 100% whole grain, no trans fat, no artificial flavors, no artificial preservatives, and no MSG in their packaged dinner kits. Coming to stores this summer, Good Earth dry dinner kits offer [...]