Homemade Ranch Dressing with Creme Fraiche

Homemade Ranch Dressing with Creme Fraiche

It’s spring time and the chives in my patio garden have started to grow again after a stagnant winter. As someone who is constantly questioning if she has a black thumb, it’s nice to be reminded that all is not lost. IN fact, all of … read more

Thai Cucumber Relish

Thai Cucumber Relish

My hot take is that the Bay Area’s best food is in the Tri-Valley area. The restaurants may not be as glossy as the ones in San Francisco but so many of my favorite dishes are on the 680 corridor (or close by). This weekend, … read more

Lemony Spinach Broccoli Soup

Lemony Spinach Broccoli Soup

With the passing of the equinox, spring is in full bloom. The world is filled with little buds and leaves growing bigger. The whole season makes me want to eat more fresh feeling vegetal foods. This soup feels perfect for the cool sunny days of … read more

Spice in Jars:  Tarla Dalal’s Chai Masala

Spice in Jars: Tarla Dalal’s Chai Masala

Do you ever have days that unexpectedly keep getting better?  The other day, a good friend texted me to ask if we could grab dinner that night since he had to bail on my birthday dinner for a most awesome reason – his girlfriend was surprising him … read more