Peppermint Ice Cream
Before our family decided to jet-set during Christmas time, we had some normal Christmas traditions. My family would go to Grandma’s house on Christmas eve, go to church at St. Clare’s in Santa Clara, have dinner at gram’s, and open up all the presents from my grandma, Aunt Lynn, and Uncle Charlie. My Aunt Lynn […]
Friendsgiving and Pumpkin Cake
Every year at my family’s Thanksgiving, we go around the table and everyone has to say what they are thankful for. Even though I get nervous right before I have to say mine, I love this tradition. I like hearing what others have to say and as well as letting my family know why I […]
Whiskey Cake; Aged to Perfection
Happy happy birthday to my wonderful dad! What to get a father who has everything he could ever need? I decided to go with a fail-proof gift: whiskey. Whiskey cake with whiskey caramel glaze, a whiskey card, and of course, an actual bottle of whiskey.
The Jack-O-Lantern
Fortunately, I have another Grandma story for you all. She is just one amazing lady with many surprises up her sleeve. Last Friday night, my Uncle’s girlfriend was in town visiting her family in Pacifica, and she came into the city to go out to dinner with us. We met at my apartment and had […]
Cinnamon Almond Date Balls: The Yogi Treat
I think it’s a requirement to do yoga if you are a woman living in San Francisco. Abiding by the laws of the city, I have officially become a yogi. Yogi in SF terms means that I wear my lululemon gear, go to yoga mainly for the workout, learn how to breathe after a crazy […]
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies: GF and BF Approved
In college, I lived less than 5 blocks from my Grandma and would visit her often. The usual routine consisted of a home cooked meal and then she would load me up with leftovers and half of her costco buys. In return, I would help her with all of her computer needs. Her asks were […]