On a cold, cloudy Sunday my favorite way to start the day is with a home cooked brunch. My secret ingredient to a successful brunch? Swedish Pancakes. I’ve never been a fan of fluffy buttermilk cakes, I don’t like how filling they can be, and they are sooooo last century. If I’m going to make … More Swedish Pancakes
1. El MATADOR BEACH & MALIBU SEAFOOD Being from Kauai I am not one to be impressed with L.A Beaches. However, there is one beach that has been on my radar for its raving reviews – El Matadorin Malibu. In my 5 years of L.A. living, many a people have sung the songs of this … More Seafood by the Seashore – Adventures of 2012
It’s no secret. Food in Hawaii is pitiful. We have pithy tomatoes, $10 Kraft cheese, mediocre bread and no Burrata. Everything that isn’t grown locally has to be shipped. And everything that is shipped is low quality and overpriced. The best way to avoid having a disappointing meal while in Hawaii is to eat local … More Eat Like A Local
Every holiday season I battle with the same question. What to give? Between friends, family and co-workers, gift giving can turn a happy wallet into a sad change purse. Who wants to waste their money on candles,chocolates, or other meaningless gifts? So I dug deep (real deep) and found the somewhat warped, frightened and sad … More These is my Jamzzzz
One of my favorite parts about the weekend, (and life) is getting to enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Which is why I have decided to do a series dedicated to exploring all things related to morning meals. Sometimes I visit my favorite brunch spots like Gjelinas for their Neiman ranch BLT with a sunny egg, or … More Brunch It Part 1.
Pippa has swept the world with her smashing good looks, the Royal Couple are enjoying a fabulous honeymoon and Harry Potter has finished his brilliant battle with the Dark Lord. The world has been taken with British culture and bloody hell, so am I. But alas, I can not afford to travel to Europe, sit … More ~ When in Doubt, Pinky Out ~
I love summer. It’s the time where I come to life. All winter I sit inside, cold and lethargic, reading books and sipping tea. I often feel like I’m 80. Or a sloth. And then one day the sun is shining, the air is warm, and I wake up! I have energy, I smile more … More Sun Kissed
In preparation for the big day, I’m psyching my mind and gut for all things unhealthy, un-wholeful and ALL AMERICAN! And what better way to start than with a Let’s be Frank hot dog. At least their made from pasture-based livestock free from hormones, steroids, and other junk. And for all you non red meat … More Red White and Yellow
For years I have searched high and low for the best Acai bowl in Los Angeles. From the beaches of Venice to the breakfast nooks of Hollywood, I have ventured, tasted, and left (disappointed). But now my friends, I have found the bowl with the tastiest blend of Acai, freshest topping of berries and bananas, … More A Little Taste of Healthy Heaven- Acai
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