Author: Roena

Sides

Summer Salad Bonanza: Fresh, mouth-watering Choices

Summer salads are a delightful medley of fresh ingredients, bursting with vibrant colors and flavors that perfectly capture the essence of the season. Crisp lettuce leaves, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers form the base, complemented by an array of seasonal vegetables like bell peppers, radishes, and sweet corn. These salads are a great addition to […]

Filipino

Sinigang – Filipino Tamarind Soup

Looking for a recipe to make on a cold day and seeking the comfort of a Filipino family? Sinigang is definitely a comfort food for many Filipinos growing up and it’s slowly introduced to friends when they come over for dinner or parties. If you’ve never been to a Filipino party, I suggest you make […]

Filipino

Pork Adobo

Pork adobo is a staple for Filipino cuisine. I’m sure we’ve all experienced being asked where we’re from and the common response is “OMG! I love Filipino food!” usually followed by asking if I can make adobo, pancit, or eggrolls. There are plenty of adobo variations as the dish can use a variety of ingredients […]

Uncategorized

DIY KBBQ @ HOME

One thing I miss the most during these shutdowns is some good Korean BBQ. When eating outdoors during Covid shutdowns being served pre-cooked meat didn’t hit the spot, I ventured to re-create the experience and deliciousness at home (without smelling like smoke)! Listed below are some of my personal favorite banchan items and some rough-directions […]

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French Toast Casserole

Brunch is probably my most favorite meal – there’s so many options! When this quarantine is finally over, we’re totally celebrating with brunch! My usual go-to’s are quite simple – potatoes, eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit, and one carb heavy, syrup soaking item such as pancakes, waffles, or french toast. But let’s be honest, it’s not […]

Snacks

Banana Nut Muffins!

Baking is one of those things I’ve always wanted to try but was always afraid they wouldn’t come our right! I am a decent cook, but baking seemed like such a daunting task because I can’t taste as I go. We even bought a Kitchen Aid (Artisan) mixer because I was so sure I wanted to […]