I often take the best things in my life for granted, such as my wonderful hubby J who…


World Peace cookies
I’ve found a new pen pal in my editor, Charmaine, who’s based in Hong Kong. We write each…

Called to the bar at Gramercy Tavern, New York City
One of the great things about New York City is that you can eat at the bar counter…

The vanilla cupcake – utterly classic, absolutely yummy
When I finally got around to procuring the Kitchenaid mixer (in red, of course), one of the first…

Champagne and food pairings – some surprisingly fun and casual options
When pairing Champagne and food, the acidity of the wine is key to finding its perfect food partner. There…

The Elvis sandwich
Riding on the wave of my last post, where I disclosed my hubby’s peculiar fondness for dolloping peanut butter…

Family Food: Buttermilk Pancakes
Fluffy and tasty even on their own, these are our house pancakes. I’d even pack a whisk into…

Breakfast treats: banana, nuts and chocolate chips muffin
When it comes to breakfast treats like waffles and (American-styled) muffins, I rarely get them from cafés or…

Pantry Basics: Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
I’ve tried a host of vanilla ice cream recipes, but love this one—based on Johnny Iuzzini’s in Dessert…