Crabby Christmas in the City
When I was about 8 years old, my mom decided she wanted our family to venture into the city to have a nice dinner and see the grandiose Christmas decorations San Francisco had to offer. We lived about forty miles away in the suburbs so we didn’t usually spend the night in the city, but […]
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.
Holiday Bevy for the Tea Drinker
I know the Holidays have officially arrived as soon as I see my first red Starbucks’ cup of the season. For whatever reason, these red cups bring me an odd amount of joy. Well, that “whatever reason” might have something to do with Thanksgiving, my birthday, Christmas all in one. Unfortunately, the only holiday drink […]
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 […]