2504, 2016

Orange Coconut Cake

April 25th, 2016|Categories: Dessert, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , |

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TASTES LIKE SUNSHINE

This cake my friends, is so simple, so good and tastes so bright. Just like the sun in this beautiful, warm Spring day. Breathe…

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1704, 2016

Tropical Fruit Salsa

April 17th, 2016|Categories: Easy, Gluten Free, Mexican, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , , , , |

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CONDIMENTS THAT GO BEYOND CHIPS AND SALSA

The last condiment of our Cinco de Mayo condiment series, guys!!! The sweet & savory, with a little bit of a kick, ‘let me get you acquainted with’ Tropical Fruit Salsa. Mangoes, Orange, Cucumber, absolutely (tropical), divine!

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1604, 2016

Salsa Verde

April 16th, 2016|Categories: Condiments, Easy, Gluten Free, Mexican, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , , , , |

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CONDIMENTS THAT GO BEYOND CHIPS AND SALSA

Yes, Cinco de Mayo food’vaganza is going on over here in Denver guys! As I mentioned in my last post, this week I’m doing 3 kind of salsas that are not only yu-mmm, but can be “nimbly” consumed. Yes, we’re talking about slathering over some chunk of meat, chicken, fish or crunchy carbs other than your typical tortilla chips.

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1504, 2016

Salsa Borracha

April 15th, 2016|Categories: Condiments, Easy, Gluten Free, Mexican, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , , , |

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CONDIMENTS THAT GO BEYOND CHIPS AND SALSA

Hi guys! After a long month of being buried under a dune of design projects, which secretly (or maybe not so secretly) I love,… I dig  myself out – and there I see a beautiful sunny day. Chirping birds, green grass, blue sky – my crab apple trees are in full bloom, especially the one with pink flowers. And you know what friends, this weekend, a super storm is coming. If you believe what those fancy weather casters say, we’ll have more than a foot or two of snow. Yep, as usual spring feels somewhat so short-lived here in beautiful Denver. Sigh. Two feet of snow, really? Sigh, again.

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2403, 2016

Corned Beef Hash

March 24th, 2016|Categories: Breakfast, Gluten Free, Holidays, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

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PSPDA (Read through, you’ll get it.)

What do you do post St. Patty’s Day? Well, the luck should not stop the minute the drinking, eating and partying are over, right? Not for me at least 🙂 I got the chance to come over to my friend Lisa’s house. You guessed it, … for more food and laughter. How great was that?

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1703, 2016

Irish Apple Cake with Custard

March 17th, 2016|Categories: Dessert, Gluten Free, Holidays, Muslin Garden|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

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DECADENTLY GLUTEN FREE.

“May the roof above us never fall in. And may the friends gathered below it never fall out.” Irish Proverb.

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1703, 2016

Corned Beef with Roasted Carrots

March 17th, 2016|Categories: Gluten Free, Holidays, Meat, Muslin Garden|Tags: , , , , , |

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A SAVORY TRADITION.

“Laughter is Brightest where food is best.” Irish Proverb. Here Here!

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1703, 2016

Colcannon

March 17th, 2016|Categories: Gluten Free, Holidays, Muslin Garden, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , |

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A LITTLE BUTTER DOESN’T HURT.

“Always remember to forget the friends that proved untrue. But never forget to remember those that have stuck by you.” Irish Proverb.

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1703, 2016

Irish Soda Bread

March 17th, 2016|Categories: Gluten Free, Holidays, Muslin Garden, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , |

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TENDER BUT ROUGH (IN TEXTURE). ROBUST YET DELICIOUSLY CRUMBLY.

“A good friend is like a four leaf clover, hard to find and lucky to have.” Irish Proverb.

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1603, 2016

St Patrick’s Day Party

March 16th, 2016|Categories: Gluten Free, Holidays, Muslin Garden, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

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HONEST GATHERING. SOULFUL HOUSE. DIVINE MEALS.

Oh, hi there! “Where have I been, you ask?” Well, friends, like the last time I was absent for a little while, I was… well, busy. Glued to my chair to complete a series of my studio’s project deadlines, I was gasping for air towards the end of last week. I needed a break. Bad. To see my friends. To recharge. To “gather.” All summed up in the word ‘play.’ Who doesn’t love to play, right?

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2302, 2016

Cherry Tomato Compote with Sweet Onion & Rosemary

February 23rd, 2016|Categories: Asian, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , , , |

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THE PROOF IS ON THE DRESSING.

When Eric and I were just dating, we didn’t really have much. There were many evenings we wanted to go out and have a great restaurant meal, but just couldn’t afford it. I lived in a small, old apartment close to the downtown area and leased a pseudo sports car. I said “pseudo” sports car, because it really was 😀 And Eric… He swam in a sea of student debt.

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2002, 2016

Adobo Pork Sirloin

February 20th, 2016|Categories: Asian, Gluten Free, Meat, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

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NOT MEANER, BUT DEFINITELY LEANER… AND CLEANER.

There are so many different renderings on one of the Phillipine’s most beloved dish: Adobo. Adobo, in short – so I don’t bore you too much – is a cooking method to keep food longer, by cooking meat immersed in vinegar and salt. However, I’m not going to do it the traditional way. I want this dish to be as complex as the authentic Pork Adobo, but don’t want to completely immerse the meat in an ungodly amount of salt or vinegar!

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1302, 2016

Easy to Love GF Chocolate Bundt Cake

February 13th, 2016|Categories: Chocolate, Dessert, Gluten Free, Holidays, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR. PRESIDENT

Totally not my fault that Valentine’s Day and President’s Day fall into the same weekend. It’s not my fault that I feel perfectly compelled to make and post another round of chocolate cake either 🙂

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402, 2016

Lemongrass and Ginger-Infused Forbidden Rice

February 4th, 2016|Categories: Cooking, Dinner, Gluten Free, Lunch, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

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NO RICE FOR YOU?! THAT’S NOT NICE…

Okay, what’s with the name: Forbidden rice? Right? Well, many moons ago in China, legend has it — this ancient grain was only consumed by their emperors and royalty. The masses were pretty much “forbidden” to eat it due to its superior nutrition, therefore ensuring longevity and enriching health. Well thank God, those days are over!

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302, 2016

Baked Salmon Smothered with Sake Soaked Shiitake Sauce

February 3rd, 2016|Categories: Asian, Cooking, Dinner, Gluten Free, Lunch, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , |

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HERE FISHY, FISHY, FISHY…

Hey guys, Chinese New Year is in less than a week! Yes, it falls right after the Super Bowl. So, does a “cleaner” meal after all the fun, calorie-loaded game food sound good? It does to me. So, here’s a simple, but deliciously complex tasting; clean but thoroughly satisfying Asian influenced-meal for the week after the testosterone-filled day. You’re welcome.

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2901, 2016

Gluten Free Skillet Cookie

January 29th, 2016|Categories: Cooking, Dessert, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegetarian|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

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INCREDIBLY GLUTEN FREE

Here it is again. This time of year, we’re bombarded with all Valentine’s day marketing for everything! From romantic gifts to I love you so much I’ll let you put on weight kinda presents. Yep, those kind. So cruel. We’re talking about our struggle in losing those 10 pounds we’ve collected over the holidays. Heart shaped chocolates, cakes, cookies. Cookies? Oh, yum! I don’t mind putting on some weight 😉

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2701, 2016

Spicy Carrot Soup with Lemongrass Curry Ginger

January 27th, 2016|Categories: Cooking, Dinner, Gluten Free, Lunch, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

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GORGEOUSLY VELVETY

Happy Hump Day you guys! We’ve been having great weather the last few days here in Denver. (Sorry my friends in the East Coast). It’s wonderful, therefore my spring fever has kicked into high gear. Yep, spoiled 🙂

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2101, 2016

Winter Greens with Apple Walnut Anchovy Parm Mayo Dressing

January 21st, 2016|Categories: Cooking, Easy, Gluten Free, Recipes, Salad|Tags: , , , , , , |

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CALLING ALL ANCHOVY KILLJOYS…LET YOUR MIND BE TRANSFORMED

Transformation of the mind. Sounds serious doesn’t it? I see people religiously wearing their Fitbit™, the first couple months of the new year. Coming from a different country and culture, I observed that Americans — at the end of every year without fail, set a big resolution for themselves. To shed 30 lbs. To run a marathon. To go back to school. To eat healthy, and therefore cook more at home, etc., etc. Interesting.

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1301, 2016

GF Pasta with Lemony Spinach & Parm

January 13th, 2016|Categories: Cooking, Gluten Free, Pasta, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , |

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THROWING THE F WORDS: FIBER, FACILE AND FLAVOR

Gluten Free pasta, made at home by me? Say what, say what?! I never dreamed that day would ever come. Ever.

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901, 2016

Asian Style Eggs in a Cup

January 9th, 2016|Categories: Asian, Cooking, Gluten Free, Recipes|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

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HERE’S TO HATCHING A NEW YEAR!

Oh, hi there! Long time no see 🙂 Fine, I was taking a long break. Please don’t make me feel any more guilty. It’s a new year. “Oh, Happy New Year guys!”

Let’s get to it, shall we?

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