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I am so excited it is a 3-day weekend, and especially because my family is visiting us from southern California. Today we are packing a picnic and enjoying the beautiful day. It has really been feeling like summer in San … Continue reading →
This week I started a new 6-week block of pharmacy rounds, and today I got to do my first hospital discharge medication consultation. It was so rewarding! I have a really short lunch break, so I have been needing to … Continue reading →
I apologize in advance for the terrible photos in this post. Yes, I took them with my phone. This is what happens when I leave the house without my DSLR, but NEED to share an amazing recipe with you guys … Continue reading →
Did you know that I used to hate fish? Before I met my husband, I swore I would never eat it. Of course, with his love for fish, I eventually found myself trying a light, white fish in Malibu, CA … Continue reading →
It’s Friday, and I should be happy, but I’m not. Today marks the end of my week off from pharmacy rotations, and I don’t have another break for a really long time! It went by too fast, since I was … Continue reading →
What happens when you crave s’mores and chocolate cookies at the same time? S’mookies happen. Yes, I am totally coining this term! Soft, fudgy, chocolate cookies bursting with gooey chocolate chips, crispy graham cracker pieces and marshmallows = s’mookies. Just … Continue reading →
Have you noticed I haven’t put up a quinoa recipe in a while? I barely had any time to cook during my last 6 week rotation block at the hospital, but this week is my week off and I plan … Continue reading →
Happy Mother’s Day!! I didn’t get to spend the day with my mom today, *sigh*. In celebration of finishing my first rotation and Mother’s Day weekend (e-gift?), I made this mini lemon cake from a recipe I have been wanting … Continue reading →
OK, I know I have been really bad about posting recipes this week, but it is my last week of my first rotation and it has kept me so busy! Tomorrow is my last day, then I have a short … Continue reading →
Living in San Francisco, I am only 1 hour away from wine country, yet I have never explored it this whole time I have been living here. My friend and I decided to start our Sunday by taking a tour … Continue reading →
Aren’t these the cutest? I found this recipe from Cooking Light and thought they were just the cutest things ever! I think if my vegetables were served in these as a kid, I would have been way more excited about … Continue reading →
Once I finished my work at the hospital today, I was craving something sweet. The entire way home, I contemplated if I should make cookies or not. Basically, the debate was over making something healthy like a fruit bowl vs. … Continue reading →
Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner! Are you doing anything special? I usually indulge in homemade Mexican food every year to celebrate. FLASHBACK! Two years ago around Cinco de Mayo, Fabi and I were hiking in Yosemite with … Continue reading →
I love lettuce wraps. They are so fresh and crunchy, and the options are endless when it comes to choosing what ingredients you want to add in. I am still adjusting to my new full-time work schedule, so it has … Continue reading →
Calling all food bloggers! I am excited to share a really fun recipe contest with you guys! As you probably already know, I am constantly trying out substitutions for butter in my recipes with things like applesauce, yogurt, or healthier … Continue reading →
OK…I have to admit, the thought of black bean brownies completely disgusted me when I first heard of them. Brownies made of black beans…. really?! That just does not sound appetizing. When I think of black beans, I think of … Continue reading →
Today went by so fast, I felt like my head was spinning. Mondays are usually really busy for me after a lazy weekend, but today seemed to be worse than usual. I had to get up really early to read … Continue reading →
After living in San Francisco for 2 1/2 years and having never been to the Farmers’ Market at the Ferry Building once, I decided I didn’t want to let anymore time pass without checking it out! Yesterday morning I woke … Continue reading →
It was a gorgeous day in the city today, but unfortunately I was roaming the hospital all day and only got to enjoy the beautiful view from the floors. I am so glad it is Friday! That means a weekend … Continue reading →
This week has been so busy for me, so I haven’t had time to do very much cooking However, I have an excited giveaway for you guys!! My San Francisco Kitchen has partnered up with CHOBANI to give one lucky … Continue reading →
The other night after work, Fabi brought me home a HUGE pack of fresh organic strawberries he picked up on his way home. I have mentioned on here a million times that strawberries are my favorite fruit, so I was … Continue reading →
Why do I love these strawberry banana muffins so much? 1) I love strawberries – they are my absolute favorite fruit! 2) They are organic 3) They are low-fat 4) Dare I say, they are healthy! You heard me correctly…there … Continue reading →
Did you have a nice weekend? I had a relaxing Sunday, and even though the weather was gloomy all weekend in San Francisco, I didn’t mind. I caught up on all of my chores (laundry, cleaning, etc.), so the weekend … Continue reading →
It’s here! Today is the release date for my Skinny Mini Desserts recipe book! Over the past several months, I have been putting together a recipe book designed for dessert lovers who strive for a healthy lifestyle. Having a sweet … Continue reading →
So far, my first week at the hospital has been going great! I have had the opportunity to work on some really interesting cases, and I am learning a lot. I have been pretty tired every night when I get … Continue reading →
This week is an exciting one for me. I survived my first day of rotations today (yay) and I am launching my first recipe book this weekend – stay tuned for more details! After a long day at the hospital, … Continue reading →
On Fridays I usually treat myself to a Frappucino® after a long week. Fraps are one of those treats I always feel so guilty about, and try to limit how often I drink them. Why not try the “light” version … Continue reading →
This recipe for currant scones is one of my favorite scone recipes. Even though I love chocolate and usually make scones with chocolate chips, sometimes it is a nice change to make them with fruit. Currants go very well in … Continue reading →
We are off to Tahoe! I actually packed everything on time for once in my life so hopefully we can leave before the Friday traffic hits SF! I’m serious, do not try to leave San Francisco on a Friday evening … Continue reading →
Ever since I started eating less meat, I have been experimenting with recipes that traditionally include meat by trying to make them vegetarian-friendly. I used to love stuffed bell peppers growing up, but these days I prefer making them without … Continue reading →
Of course the day before my final exam the weather is beautiful in San Francisco… I’m talking, perfect California beach day. Depending on who you talk to here, this weather is rare or not (people who live in the Mission … Continue reading →
Happy Friday!! Growing up we had Mexican night almost every Friday, and it was my favorite night of the week since I love Mexican food. My mom makes the best guacamole and salsa from scratch!! She recently gave me these … Continue reading →
Did I ever tell you that sweet potatoes are one of my favorite foods? Any time, any place, cooked any way, I love sweet potatoes! An added bonus is that they are healthy for you too. This recipe for roasted … Continue reading →
This weekend we took a little weekend getaway to Lake Tahoe, and after a weekend of skiing, fresh air, gorgeous scenery and the jacuzzi I feel so refreshed and ready for the week! I hope you had a nice weekend … Continue reading →
The first time I tried couscous was in Paris. It is quite a popular dish in France, and is usually accompanied by a stew. I love experimenting with couscous because it has such a mild flavor that is pretty much … Continue reading →
Strawberries are my favorite fruit, but I will only buy organic strawberries. For the past few months I have been dying because Trader Joes hasn’t had organic strawberries in stock, and the other grocery store I know of nearby sells … Continue reading →
Even though I had the day off today, yesterday I was busy catching up on school work and chores. For lunch I made this healthy turkey hummus spinach wrap. I love making these really quick in the morning and bringing … Continue reading →
Homemade butternut squash soup made from scratch is one of my favorite winter soups to make and enjoy. The preparation is very easy if you can find already cubed butternut squash – I get mine from Trader Joes in the … Continue reading →
This morning I had a strange craving for powdered donuts. Now, I usually eat pretty healthy for breakfast in the mornings, but maybe because today is Sunday I felt like doing something different. Actually, these mini donuts are baked, so … Continue reading →
Happy Saturday! This week has been so busy for me, so last night I forced myself to go to the pool and sauna for some “me time” and I am so glad I did. The hardest part was making the … Continue reading →
