Florence Lin Wins IACP Milestone Award
Today's post is dedicated to my 93-year old aunt, Florence Lin, who recently received a Special Recognition Award - the Milestone Award - from the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) in recognition of her lifetime achievement of promoting the culinary arts of China in the United States. Special recognition awards pay tribute to notable culinary professionals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the culinary industry and/or IACP. Florence Lin was a … [Continue Reading...]
Shrimp Taco Dip Recipe
This Shrimp Taco Dip is just pure fun - perfect for a summer barbeque and sure to be the talk of the party. One of my boys plays baseball in high school and the parents are always looking to have some fun at the games. This past week, the parents organized a tailgate party so it was the perfect opportunity for me to try out a new recipe. I've been seeing Shrimp Tacos around a lot lately, in magazines and the internet, and thought why not make a party dip with the same ingredients? I … [Continue Reading...]
Recipe for Quinoa Muesli Date Plum Energy Truffle Balls
If you're looking for a healthy sweet snack, you should give these Quinoa Muesli Date Plum Energy Truffle Balls a try - they are packed with whole grains, nuts and seeds, and naturally sweetened with dried dates, dried plums and honey, plus they're gluten-free. Finding a good gluten-free protein bar or energy bar in the supermarket can be challenging, but you can easily make your own custom ones at home. I made these little energy balls a little while ago when I was playing around with … [Continue Reading...]
Super Easy Fresh Tomato Burrata Cheese Pesto Dip
This Fresh Tomato Burrata Cheese Pesto Dip is great for entertaining - it takes just 5 minutes to assemble. A few weekends ago, I threw a belated celebration party for my husband's winter paddle tennis league. As a food blogger, there is always a little pressure when I entertain - people expect good food and homemade food, not take out or convenience foods. I love cooking, so that's usually the easiest part of entertaining for me. Cleaning up the house to make it presentable is my biggest … [Continue Reading...]
Stir Fry Rice and Mung Bean Noodles with Shrimp, Chicken and Vegetables Recipe
Pancit Bihon or Stir-Fry Rice Noodles with Meat and Vegetables is a popular dish in the Philippines and often served for birthdays. The seasonings are typically soy sauce, fish sauce and fresh citrus juice. Noodles were actually introduced to the Philippines by the Chinese, and are traditionally served at birthday celebrations. We have four birthday celebrations in our family between April and June, so lots of noodles are being eaten. Although gluten-free noodles are a fairly new product in … [Continue Reading...]
Mexican Chopped Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing
This Chopped Mexican Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing is perfect for lunch or as a side dish at a Spring or Summer barbeque. Chock full of black beans, roasted corn, avocado, red bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers and red onion, this salad has lots of textures and will keep you coming back for more. This past weekend, I hosted a celebration barbecue for my husband and his paddle tennis team buddies and their significant others. This Chopped Mexican Salad was one of the healthier dishes I … [Continue Reading...]
Healthy Turkey Mushroom Sloppy Joes and Greek Yogurt Coleslaw Recipe
This recipe for Turkey Mushroom Sloppy Joes is so flavorful, no one will even think these are on the healthier side. Made with lots of mushrooms, which are naturally rich in umami, this is an economical recipe that stretches a pound of ground turkey to feed a family. I used to make Sloppy Joes for my three older boys when they were young, but hadn't made them in years. Somehow the topic of using mushrooms in Sloppy Joes came up in conversion with my sister a few months ago, and I've been … [Continue Reading...]
Quick and Easy Chinese Stir-Fry Green Beans Recipe {Video}
These Stir-Fry Green Beans are perfect for everyday meals and take just five minutes to cook. A little sweet, a little salty, these green beans are very kid friendly. I try to mix things up on a daily basis by serving different vegetables each night. This approach has not only expanded the number of vegetables that my kids eat, but it has also allowed me more flexibility in how I prepare them, e.g., roasting, grilling, steaming, or stir-frying. I've made these Stir-Fry Green Beans … [Continue Reading...]
Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Tacos Recipe
These Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Tacos are not only fun to eat, but they're popping with texture and flavor. I love Huevos Rancheros as a hearty brunch. The fresh salsa, avocado and cilantro toppings add lots of color and texture. It's a filling meal, but healthier than the typical breakfast platter of eggs, bacon and potatoes. Although there are lots of components to Huevos Rancheros, they are all easy to prepare. If you don't want to make your own salsa, you can buy prepared salsa … [Continue Reading...]
Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease – Ahi Tuna Sandwich with Spinach Avocado Pesto Recipe {Giveaway}
This brain-boosting Ahi Tuna Sandwich with Spinach Avocado Pesto is packed with antioxidants and anti-flammatory ingredients, made in hopes of preventing Alzheimer's Disease through the foods we eat. Recently, I've been reading about the healthy benefits of the Mediterranean Diet (a 30% reduction in the risk of major cardiovascular events) as well as the connection between what we eat and epigenetics (read more about this in my post on The Longevity Kitchen). I find the topic of Food As … [Continue Reading...]
Creamy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower and Potato Recipe
These Creamy Mashed Cauliflower and Potatoes are really good - I mean it. I've served it multiple times to my kids and no one has uttered a word except to say that these are REALLY good! Recently, I served these mashed cauliflower and potatoes with some Barbecue Chicken Meatballs (and steamed Broccoli with Toasted Garlic Olive Oil) which my kids loved - a plate of pure comfort. I've also made Turkey Shepherd's Pie with these Mashed Cauliflower and Potatoes as the topping. I know … [Continue Reading...]
