November 18, 2015

Welcome to my blog!

Hello! Welcome to my blog about food, travel and more! Every recipe you see on this blog has been made at my university’s dining hall or at my home. I cook whenever I have time and thoroughly enjoy the experience of cooking with my family!

Click on “Recipes from College” to see dishes that I have created at my university’s dining hall.
Click on “Recipes from Home” to see other recipes I have made.

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September 10, 2015

Transforming Sourdough Bread: Nectarine and Fig Open-Faced Sandwich

I had the chance to create many different dishes this past summer, but this one is by far my favorite. I took advantage of what summer has to offer: Californian figs and nectarines, paired with balsamic glaze. The slightly tart balsamic glaze goes perfectly with the sweet figs and nectarines! This open-faced sandwich can be a quick snack or a light lunch for a busy day. Although it may look fancy, it is extremely easy to prepare. Please do yourself a favor and treat yourself.

August 6, 2016

Savory and Sweet Mini Toasts

Need a cute but chic appetizer for your next gathering? I’ve got just the thing for you. Make these mini savory and sweet toasts and they’ll definitely be a hit with the crowd. Each type of toast only requires 4 different ingredients, and what better way to celebrate summer than with simple and colorful little appetizers? The crunchy toasts pair perfectly with the cooked veggies and Trade Joe’s balsamic glaze. Well, what are you waiting for? Invite some people over and impress them with this delicious appetizer!

August 5, 2016

Epic Bombay Sandwiches

Just had pani puri yesterday? Use the leftovers in a Bombay Sandwich! This sandwich is easy to assemble, especially if you have a few ingredients prepared from the day before! Plus, you can layer the ingredients as high as you want for a heavier lunch. Take a break from paninis and hot subs with this classic Indian sandwich that is commonly found in Indian street food culture. A cold and delicious sandwich on a hot summer day? Yes, please!

July 14, 2016

Avocado-Mango Coconut Smoothie

A creamy avocado smoothie is a perfect refresher for either the beginning or middle of your day. It functions as a morning-pick me up or a post-workout drink. The mango and banana sweetens the smoothie a bit, while the taste of the almond-coconut milk matches the good fats from the avocado. I’ve been trying to manipulate avocados lately to find other ways to use them besides traditional guacamole, it’s amazing how many different ways you can use them! I hope you enjoy this version! (Make sure your avocado has ripened slightly, so you can taste all of that healthy fat!)

March 4, 2016

Rosemary-Pesto Bruschetta (Dining Hall)

With only 4 ingredients, this crispy bruschetta is easy to make at the dining hall and tastes delicious. The nutty taste of the pesto is more flavorful after its been heated since the taste infuses throughout the oil. The pockets within the rosemary bread soak up the creamy pesto, creating a beautiful color and providing flavor in every bite. In addition, the tomatoes add some freshness and color to this bruschetta. Top with a bit of shredded mozzarella cheese, bake in the oven for 60 seconds, and enjoy your meal made in under 5 minutes!

February 9, 2016

Crispy Egg and Cheese Breakfast Flatbread (Dining Hall)

Brunch is definitely my favorite meal of the day, mostly because it involves having some type of comfort food! I had a little extra time to myself this past weekend since I don’t have any tests coming up, so I made a warm toasted flatbread in my dining hall. I chose to use only eggs, tomatoes and provolone cheese, but you can really choose any type of vegetable and cheese to go along with the bread–simply toast the entire flatbread and the melted cheese will satisfy your craving!