“Almond Joy” Cupcakes
Recipes, Sweet

“Almond Joy” Cupcakes

WARNING: This is not a ‘healthy’ post, so don’t say I didn’t warn you 🙂 These aren’t really “Almond Joy” cupcakes, but more so “Mounds” cupcakes. But I figured Mounds isn’t as popular as Almond Joy, so no one would’ve known what I was referring too. Anyways, Mounds is like the sister to Almond Joy- …

How are you, my Darling?
Vegetarian dining

How are you, my Darling?

People here (NYC) aren’t really deprived of a good drink. But from time-to-time you can come across a bad bar or overpriced dilluted drink. From my experience (and of course a little help from older, cooler siblings), I’ve narrowed down a few places that I think serve good drinks, and drinks that are worth the …

“I’m on a ‘diet,’ so no pasta for me!”
Ingredient Tips, Vegetarian dining

“I’m on a ‘diet,’ so no pasta for me!”

  (Image Source) How many times have you heard this from a friend who’s trying to lose weight before the summer or just in general? Honestly, I find it silly. I feel like people aren’t aware of the way foods can be made healthy, so they just avoid it. I’m not a certified dietician or …

Chocolate-Chip Cookie Dough Cake Pops
Recipes, Sweet

Chocolate-Chip Cookie Dough Cake Pops

Don’t need much of an introduction for these yummy pops, besides mentioning that they’re CRAZY easy to make and I used a slightly ghetto cake-pop method. What! I wanted cake pops fast and I was tired! Jeez, a chef can take some shortcuts! Anyways, I used Betty Crocker chocolate Chip Cookie mix and instead of …

Stuffed Mexican Pizza Towers with Avocado-Jalapeno Crema
Appetizers, Recipes

Stuffed Mexican Pizza Towers with Avocado-Jalapeno Crema

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and even if you’re not Irish, doesn’t mean you can’t partake in the festivities! Growing up in New York City, I’ve witnessed all kinds of St. patrick’s Day celebrations, and if you’re hosting a party of your own then this will be the perfect addition to your …

Walrus Cupcakes
Recipes, Sweet

Walrus Cupcakes

I recently was gifted the recipe book- ‘What’s New Cupcake?’ by Karen Tack and Alan Richardson. Let me just say this is probably my new favorite cookbook! Every cupcake is like a cartoon! Bears, race cars, golf course- you name it, it’s a cupcake! The first one to catch my eye was the Walrus! I …

South Gate at The Essex House- Is It All It’s Hyped Up to Be?
Vegetarian dining

South Gate at The Essex House- Is It All It’s Hyped Up to Be?

About 2 weeks ago, my boyfriend and I decided to dine like the rich- well, at least feel rich during restaurant week! If you don’t know what restaurant week is (which I hope is not the case, because it’s awesome and should be taken advantage of!!), it happens 2-3 times a year, where upscale Manhattan …

An Obvious but Nevertheless Forgotten Tip
Ingredient Tips

An Obvious but Nevertheless Forgotten Tip

To keep fresh vegetables and herbs, well, fresh just remember not to wash them and store them in the fridge. The moisture from the water, combined with the oozing oxygen and moisture from the vegetables, will make it spoil much faster. So, just make sure to wrap your herbs in a dry paper towel and store in …

Rose Infused Red Velvet Cake Pops
Recipes, Sweet

Rose Infused Red Velvet Cake Pops

Growing up I wasn’t a very big fan of Valentine’s Day. I don’t really like red roses and I hate hearts (maybe I’m traumatized by all the heart shaped jewelry that Staten Island girls wore). But, nonetheless I do like to indulge in chocolate and desserts whether or not I have a valentine. There’s no …

Last 2 days to support me in the PAM Tips Contest!!
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Last 2 days to support me in the PAM Tips Contest!!

Ok so I entered the PAM Tips & Tricks Contest about a month ago, and have moved up to #10! Show me some love and take a few seconds to vote! Grand prize is $5,000 and more! I really would love to be in just the Top 10! I’ve entered my tip on vegetarian cooking …