If you want a light and healthy dinner dish, try my mom’s Vietnamese chicken salad (gỏi gà bắp cải) recipe, which features shredded chicken thighs, pickled onions, a whole head of finely shredded green cabbage, other fresh veggies, and a sweet-and-tangy dressing. This easy salad can be made entirely from scratch or sped up with premade chicken and other ingredients for a…
You won’t look at beans the same again after tasting this creamy and garlicky white bean dip with soy mushrooms! Make this vegan appetizer for your next dinner party to wow your guests. It’s got lots of savory, umami flavor and layers of different creamy and crunchy textures with every bite. Perfect for dipping with baguette, chips, or even vegetables.…
The satisfying snap of smooth dark chocolate, followed by the rich filling of pistachio flavor, the crispy texture of ghee-toasted kataifi, all create a lovely combination for a chocolate bar. We’ve tasted many store-made bars, and most of them are not to our liking. The best ones we’ve tasted were made by small producers who live near us and sell…
Instant ramen doesn’t have to be boring or unhealthy. Ramen stir fry is an Asian-inspired dish that is a good way to use up extra veggies in the fridge for a quick and healthy meal. Learn which ingredients make a savory, tangy dressing to sauté the bouncy ramen noodles and fresh veggies (and other substitutes you can use in your…
Craving something filling but refreshing and light? Try this noodle salad inspired by Vietnamese ingredients and flavors. This salad is packed with caramelized chicken thighs marinated for extra flavor, lots of fresh, piquant herbs, tangy pickled veggies, bouncy rice noodles, and is dressed in a savory soy-and-fish-sauce vinaigrette with bright hints of citrus. What is Vietnamese noodle salad? This Vietnamese…
This easy katsu sauce is simple to whip up because it doesn’t require any cooking! You’ll have bits of tangy, sweet, and savory flavor that pair perfectly with pork or chicken katsu. Learn how to make a batch of this tonkatsu sauce in under 5 minutes that lasts a week in the fridge. What is tonkatsu sauce? If necessary Tonkatsu…
We visited Barcelona in the middle of a Fall Euro-trip that consisted of stops in Munich and Paris (see our guides for best restaurants in Paris and things to do in Paris!). Barcelona welcomed us with days full of sunshine, warm breezes, and great food. This popular Catalonian city is the second-largest in Spain and is a frequent favorite among…
As gardeners, there’s an ongoing list of things we want to grow, but don’t have enough space. But after 5 years of growing our own food, we’ve learned how to use trellises to maximize our garden space by growing our vining plants vertically! We’ve tried various types of trellis options and found one of the best and affordable options in…
There’s nothing better than dipping crispy sweet potato fries into a creamy chipotle dipping sauce. After eating my fair share of fries and sauces at Nice Burger, Veggie Grill, and Native Foods over the years, I’ve perfected my own sweet potato fries dipping sauce that’s easy to make, requires no cooking, and is adaptable for vegans! Sauce ingredients This sweet…
These viral smash burger tacos have caramelized, richly flavored beef patties on top of extra crispy, golden brown flour tortillas. Learn the proper cooking techniques to get the best sear on the taco burgers and how to make a copycat Big Mac sauce for a sweet and tangy topping. Why smash the burger patties? Smash burgers require you to take…
Sweet and tangy mango sago is a simple dessert that is a refreshing treat and easy to make. This famous Hong Kong mango tapioca pudding is made with just five ingredients: ripe mangoes, rich coconut milk, sweet condensed milk, and mini tapioca pearls. What is mango sago? Mango sago, also known as mango tapioca pudding, originated in Chinese cuisine, specifically…
Coconut rice is a common staple in Southeast Asian cuisines, especially in Thailand. Plump grains of Jasmine rice are covered in rich coconut milk, caramelized palm sugar, and aromatic pandan leaves – the perfect pairing for dishes like beef Panang or even tangy chicken adobo. With this coconut rice recipe it’s is even easier to make since we’ll be using…
Paris is a foodie’s heaven. When we first visited Paris in 2024, we had so much fun–we never ran out of things to do, things to see, cafes to try and of course things to eat. We’re delighted that Paris has exceptional coffee, with a thriving 3rd wave coffee scene which is not the norm in all European or Asian…
These creamy peanut butter noodles are the perfect dish when you want to eat something healthy, delicious, and satisfying which can be made in under 30 minutes. Taking inspiration from traditional Thai peanut dipping sauces, this peanut butter noodle recipe is easy to cook and even better as leftovers or meal prep. What are peanut butter noodles? Peanut butter noodles…
Craving spicy dandan noodles, but don’t have the time or ingredients at home? Make this super-quick, easy, spicy chili-garlic noodle dish instead! This Asian-inspired noodle recipe uses chili-garlic oil to make a satisfying meal full of spicy carbs, tender meat, and fresh veggies. Spicy chili garlic noodles are super quick to make at home, and you can customize the ingredients,…
I have tried many breakfast spots in Las Vegas, and some definitely stand out above the rest. For me, there’s a time and a place for both breakfast spots on the Las Vegas Strip and times when going off the Strip makes more sense. I’m going to share my recommendations for the best breakfast spots on and off the Strip.…
We visited Barcelona in the middle of a fall Euro-trip that consisted of stops in Munich and Paris. Unlike these other cities which were very cold in the fall, Barcelona welcomed us with days full of sunshine and warm breezes. This popular Catalonian city is the second-largest in Spain and is a frequent favorite among tourists due to its colorful…
This doenjang jjigae recipe is a hearty Korean stew, perfect for when you want a comforting and filling dinner, but still want something easy to cook. This stew’s main flavoring ingredient is an umami-packed fermented paste and it’s also filled with tender meat, tofu, and fresh vegetables. Learn how to make doenjang jjigae at home and where to find ingredients…