Cashew Cacao Nib Rice Cake Snack
You know it’s a good day when you discover how to consume more chocolate without any of that pesky guilt. I was introduced to cacao nibs a few months ago at a get together and was immediately hooked on them. In case you don’t know, cacao nibs are small roasted bits taken from the cacao […]
Asparagus Risotto with Peas and Mint {vegan}
I made some delicious risotto. It’s asparagus risotto with peas and mint to be exact. But before I tell you about it, I want to tell you all about how I was inspired to make it. And it involves a really fun day in Sicily with my dear ‘ole dad. There was no way I […]
Truffe {swiss chocolate shop tour}
Truffe is not your average Swiss chocolate shop. The storefront window along the cobblestone streets of old town has you guessing—do they sell chocolate? Home décor? Is it an interior design studio? The mystery will lure you in and the unique offerings will keep you shopping. Not only do they offer luxury chocolate, they also […]
Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos
Lately, many holidays have been sneaking up and passing me by before I can properly celebrate. Valentine’s Day? Didn’t notice it. St. Paddy’s day? I highly doubt I wore green. I realized it’s because no one is constantly reminding me to celebrate these holidays here in Europe. There are no ads plastered around town, or Valentine’s […]
friday fünf
After two years of living in Switzerland, my dad finally decided it was time to see what was so great about this place that took his daughter away from California. Zurich showed him the best of all it’s weather worlds; starting with a good downpour followed by a few days of sunshine. By the end of […]
The Easiest Hummus
For four glorious months, we lived a mere 100 yards from Trader Joe’s. This also coincided with four long months of cooking in the smallest kitchen I ever want to cook in. Needless to say, I was at TJ’s on a daily basis. The pre-chopped produce and the prepared foods sections were pretty key during […]
