Back to basics: Smoothies part 3 (green smoothies that don’t suck)

Green smoothies has to be one of the most underrated drinks out there because people always has that fear of screwing it up and ending up making an unappetizing smoothie. This week I’m going to show you 3 green smoothies that are healthy and most importantly, actually tastes good.

My taste in the culinary world: Salty

It’s been 4 years, 10 months, and 15 days since we’ve been together. It seems like yesterday that I made the decision and we went out on our separate ways, but it’s the right thing to do. This had to happen or our relationship just gets uglier and saltier. I found my love in the…

Back to basics: Smoothie part 2

Since part 1 I only gave advice on how to make smoothies, I have some recipes that I make. Enjoy! Tropical Energy Smoothie: 1 cup frozen peaches 1 cup frozen mangoes 1 Banana 1 cup orange Juice 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1 scoop protein powder Crunchy Banana Chocolate smoothie: 1 cup bananas 1…

Homemade chicken fingers

Another throwback food that I will always love. And remember: It’s not junk food unless you make it yourself! It’s super easy, cheap and it doesn’t take ton of time to make. Of course it’s also made with real, wholesome ingredients.   Ingredients: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup of whole wheat flour…

Back to basics: Smoothies part 1

Smoothies are like a get-out-of-jail-free card in a healthy diet because not only are they tasty, but you can jam a bunch of ingredients in just one glass. Knowing what to put inside your smoothie can save time, money and it can increase your nutrient intake. Step 1: Choose your liquids For starters, you need…

My first time in Taiwan

At long last, I have finally traveled to Taiwan. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always wanted to travel there. However, I couldn’t since my family was always busy and I’m obviously too young to travel alone. Now, since I have a stable job, I can finally afford to travel there myself. And I…

My top 3 fails

For the past 4 years cooking professionally, I have made my fair share of screw-ups. Some are minor, but some are really big. From all the cuts, burns and money loss, here are my top 3 fails in the kitchen; and oh boy they are interesting. #3- I somehow burnt soup (how is that even…

Tepache (fermented pineapple drink)

This recipe is inspired by Brad Leone from Bon Appétit (I’m a huge fan of his series by the way). His tepache is good but I made a few extra changes to make it better. I added more spices such as cloves, coriander seeds (to enhance the sweetness of the tepache), and the black peppercorn…