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Bagels
I grew up eating whatever bread my mom wanted to buy, meaning pan de sal (Filipino bread rolls) and white sandwich bread. As most kids, my understanding of many items and concepts was stemmed from...
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken
I spent summers of my childhood in the Philippines. We’d spent half the time in the city and enjoy the remaining time in the quieter, more beautiful countryside. Out in the countryside, we would buy...
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Chai Spice Coffee Cake
You don’t have to like coffee to love coffee cake. As a kid I thought I had to be a coffee drinker before I could enjoy such baked goods. I could barely stomach coffee during high school. My...
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Avocado Garlic Toast
It is not my alarm clock that wakes me up in the morning. It’s usually my empty stomach telling my brain to wake up because I’m hungry. During busy weekday mornings, I don’t like to fuss too much in...
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Strawberry Rolls
Cinnamon rolls are outdated. Been there, done that. When it’s 90 degrees outside, do you really want to eat something that will warm you up even more? No, of course not. Its time for something a...
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Clear the Fridge Bread Pudding
Have I mentioned that I’m going on vacation? Yes, it’s vacay time! I’m actually leaving later this morning and heading to Italy! Yes, I am so excited, so ecstatic, and so thrilled for this...
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Homemade Ricotta and Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Summer is all about simplicity. Time is meant to be spent outdoors lounging around with family and friends, relaxing and enjoying the warm rays of the sun and each others’ company. Summer definitely...
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Blueberry Refrigerator Jam
Berries, berries everywhere! What’s a girl to do? During the summer when berries and stone fruits are in season, it’s really hard for me not to buy cases and cases of them. However, once I get home...
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My First Giveaway: Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker [CLOSED]
I get a little flash of envy when back to school season starts. I haven’t been a student for quite some time and I miss all the hustle and bustle of the new school year. I miss the smell of new...
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Cherry Tomato Pesto Tart
Remember a couple of weeks ago when I made that basil salt? The one that I sprinkled all over my pesto pizza? Yeah, that one. I’ve been so addicted to that basil salt, sprinkling it on everything...
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Summer Strawberry Scones
I’m not ready. Starbucks recently released their Pumpkin Spice Latte. This morning I listened to news reports that claimed flu shots are available early this year. Well you know what?! I am not...
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Pumpkin Scones with Maple Glaze
It’s that time of the year. Pumpkins have taken over! I love ingredients that can be used for both sweet and savory applications. Maybe that’s why everyone loves pumpkin so much– pumpkin ravioli,...
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Blender Giveaway and Two Amazing Smoothies
This month I am celebrating #smoovember with Hamilton Beach! Chilly autumn mornings are tough. I can’t roll out of my warm, comfy bed. And even after I’m dressed and ready for the day, I’m still a...
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Strawberries and Cream Breakfast Quinoa
Ever since I made the no-cook overnight oatmeal for The Chic Site, I have been on a healthy breakfast stint. When I wake up in the morning, instead of craving the usual pastries and donuts, I...
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Cheddar and Leek Buttermilk Biscuits
Once in a while I will wake up at the crack of dawn for no particular reason. It’s not an alarm or the sunlight or that I’ve been sleeping for more than 8 hours. Sometimes I’ll wake up before my...
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Yogurt Quinoa Parfait
I have fallen in love with quinoa and I’m looking for all sorts of ways to incorporate it into my daily diet. Prior to my strawberries and cream breakfast quinoa, I’ve only known quinoa in savory...
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Pink Valentine Cake Doughnuts
It’s dessert. It’s breakfast. It’s one of the most amazing fried foods ever. It’s the doughnut! Valentine’s Day is next Friday. I’m getting in the lovey-dovey spirit with these super cute and...
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Baked Eggs with Spinach, Bacon & Cheese
I look forward to weekend brunch all week long! Give me bottomless mimosas and coffee cocktails every morning and I’ll be a super happy and perky camper. While I love exploring Los Angeles’ excellent...
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Banana Raspberry Buttermilk Muffins
Every couple weeks or so, I stand before my fridge and accept the challenge that it’s time to reorganize and clear out old food. It’s not fun. It’s not something I look forward to. And I hate...
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Lemon Blueberry Oat Scones
I don’t know what it is about lemons, but it just makes baked goods better. Lemon zest does wonders making ordinary muffins/scones/quick breads taste fresher, livelier, and more appealing. Rather...
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