Patrick has been talking about California burritos for months. An extra large pillowy tortilla packed with cheese, carnitas, avocado, french fries, sour cream, and hot sauce. Yes please. These fries are what makes the whole burrito. Soaked and double fried then tossed in a spicy seasoning. Traditionally beef carnitas are not left to marinate, they […]
Birthdays and updates
The past two weeks have been packed full with special memories. My best friends came into town to help me celebrate a huge milestone in my life. The big 30. I had such a great time that I feel like it still has not hit me… I am no longer in my twentys. Ten years […]
Sesame Tater Tots w/ Sriracha Cheese Sauce
Sometimes a meal comes along that inspires you to try new things. Foods that you would never think could pair well together. In Atlanta we have a food truck that is an American/ Asian fusion. One of my favorite dishes that they serve are super crispy salty fries with spicy sriracha nacho cheese. Here is […]
Orange Cake and Orange Buttercream
This cake is special because I make it every year around my birthday. My mom has always made me an orange cake with orange buttercream and since I moved I continued the tradition. Everyone always teases me because I like making my own cake, but it is my favorite. Something about the dense orange flavored […]
A Play On Banh Mi (Pork Sandwiches)
Banh Mi is widely known in my neighborhood. There are at least 5 restaurants within a mile of my house that specialize in these Vietnamese sandwiches. They are traditionally loaded with pork belly, head cheese, jalapenos, and fresh veggies. I wanted to take something traditional and make it my own. Something bursting with Asian flavors […]
Classic Chocolate Ganache Macarons
Hi this is my first attempt at macarons! As in my first successful attempt. These delicate cookies only have a handful of ingredients, but are truly the most high maintenance cookie I have ever made. I made 5 batches yesterday using a variety of methods I found online. This is what worked best for me. […]
Rustic Country White Bread
AH, and so the love affair with my bread maker continues. I am currently working on a few grilled cheese creations for a contest now going on. The first ingredient in a perfect grilled cheese is a nice piece of crusty bread for “grilling”. I was scrolling through recipes online trying to find the ultimate […]
Crispy Spicy Lemon Grass Chicken Thighs With Pan Seared Potatoes
Chicken thighs can always be found in our kitchen. Boneless, skinless or bone-in. We do not discriminate! Thigh meat is so much more forgiving when compared to chicken breast. The meat stays so juicy and tender. And these potatoes! O. M. G. They have a nice crispy skin with a fluffy center. They are perfect […]
Chocolate Cake Topped With Mocha Cream Cheese Frosting And Filled With Dark Chocolate Ganache
I can’t stop looking at gum paste flowers. Seriously. They are so creative and beautiful. Some look so realistic I don’t think you can tell a difference at first glance. I really wanted to try creating some roses with gum paste. I bought the Wilton gum paste powder from a craft store, a few different […]
Lets Catch Up! | Beauty, Lifestyle,Fitness
My dirty thirty is coming up pretty soon. While I have finally come to terms with the fact that my 20’s are almost over I still want to go out with style! Head over to my youtube channel to help me decide on the makeup look I will be doing for my big night out! My […]