http://utry.it/ennoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sun, 19 May 2013 03:52:26 PDTBloggertag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343260125uTryithttp://feedburner.google.comhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/zFMcpaqenPM/jasmine-tea-jelly.htmlVegan Friendly RecipesHow-toVegetarianAll NaturalAfternoon TeaAsianChineseQuick and EasyDessertsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Thu, 16 May 2013 09:51:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-26362903397603072562013-05-16T23:26:01.368-07:00 One of my favorite childhood summer dessert or after school treat was jelly, or gelatin.  Back in those days, the jelly that I savored were mostly pre-packaged ones that you simply throw in the fridge to chill, peel the seal on top and enjoy.  On special occasions, my Mom would prepared jelly from “scratch” (from those flavored gelatin powder, of course) and add mixed fruit into each cup 32<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=zFMcpaqenPM:cZUOeolFk-c:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=zFMcpaqenPM:cZUOeolFk-c:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=zFMcpaqenPM:cZUOeolFk-c:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=zFMcpaqenPM:cZUOeolFk-c:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/zFMcpaqenPM" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/05/jasmine-tea-jelly.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/pVJKkgOrqt0/strawberry-and-lime-sparkle.htmlMintRecipesAll NaturalLimeSummer TreatsVegan Friendly RecipesHow-toDrinksVegetarianAfternoon TeaStrawberryActivity with KidsBeveragesQuick and EasyPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 11 May 2013 00:00:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-75516067594113642152013-05-11T00:00:01.080-07:00 If you've missed my post on the Strawberry tour at Tanaka Farms.  Click here to check it out.  So, with all the sweet and juice strawberries that we'd picked, I have created a few wonderful strawberry recipes for you, just in time for the strawberry season and Mother's Day celebration.  This Strawberry and Lime Sparkle is perfect to serve at brunch, parties or gatherings.   I'm really 97<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=pVJKkgOrqt0:TtOZWynYr7A:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=pVJKkgOrqt0:TtOZWynYr7A:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=pVJKkgOrqt0:TtOZWynYr7A:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=pVJKkgOrqt0:TtOZWynYr7A:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/pVJKkgOrqt0" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/05/strawberry-and-lime-sparkle.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/JvV47_6RYMA/visiting-tanaka-farm-and-strawberry-tour.htmlLos AngelesOrganicFruitStrawberry TourOrange CountyVegetablesAll NaturalActivity with Kidsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Wed, 08 May 2013 22:46:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-53403913144613045172013-05-15T22:28:55.927-07:00 Have you ever visited a farm to pick your own fruits and vegetables?  Last weekend, I took the kids to visit Tanaka Farms for a strawberry tour.  It was the most wonderful activity to spend time with my kids, by far!  Tanaka Farms is an authentic working farm with 30-acre of farmland producing organic fruits & vegetables that not only supply to their own produce stand, but also provides for58<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=JvV47_6RYMA:SDLlDOKe5Bw:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=JvV47_6RYMA:SDLlDOKe5Bw:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=JvV47_6RYMA:SDLlDOKe5Bw:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=JvV47_6RYMA:SDLlDOKe5Bw:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/JvV47_6RYMA" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/05/visiting-tanaka-farm-and-strawberry-tour.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/QTf0Zf5adGI/boozy-framboise-guimauve-pops-for.htmlRaspberriesAlcoholRecipesFlowersAfternoon TeaFrenchCandiesnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 04 May 2013 00:14:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-16115752490287184862013-05-04T00:14:00.815-07:00 The other day, I was craving for marshmallows.  Those soft, pillow-y and flavorful marshmallows.  Ever since I made my own, (see previous posts from here and here), I can never go back to the store bought ones.  If you've ever tried a homemade marshmallow, you will know exactly why.  The texture of the homemade ones is just heavenly soft and light; the flavor is truly up to your imagination.  100<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=QTf0Zf5adGI:8jukv8ZrNE8:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=QTf0Zf5adGI:8jukv8ZrNE8:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=QTf0Zf5adGI:8jukv8ZrNE8:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=QTf0Zf5adGI:8jukv8ZrNE8:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/QTf0Zf5adGI" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/05/boozy-framboise-guimauve-pops-for.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/Yd763o2T5x4/morning-rush-hour-tipsa-peek-inside-our.htmlFamilyTipsRecipesActivity with KidsBlogHernoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:00:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-75176992671659205252013-04-29T09:07:13.125-07:00   Let me start this post off with a disclaimer: I’m NOT a morning person. I never was one, and never will be one, period. People ask me quite often, “How did you manage to get the kids and everyone out the door to school and work, nicely dressed, well fed, and on time every single morning?”. Honestly, it hasn't always been an easy task for me. If I were only to follow my biological clock68<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=Yd763o2T5x4:BUVxdYUdmhM:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=Yd763o2T5x4:BUVxdYUdmhM:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=Yd763o2T5x4:BUVxdYUdmhM:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=Yd763o2T5x4:BUVxdYUdmhM:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/Yd763o2T5x4" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/morning-rush-hour-tipsa-peek-inside-our.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/Nn8XMB3mNEg/sweet-and-savory-asian-chicken.htmlHow-toDinnerBakeLunchRecipesChildrenAppetizerAsianQuick and EasyChickenPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:51:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-57159637003363239782013-04-25T10:51:53.334-07:00 I’m such a lucky Mom because my kids love vegetables, especially my Son.  I can basically serve all veggies every single meal and he’ll be a happy camper.  You know how pediatricians like to ask what do your kids like to eat.  I was asked that question on my Son’s last check up.  After I listed out the food that my Son likes, the pediatrician made a comment that my Son is a “natural vegetarian81<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=Nn8XMB3mNEg:k3nrycs5xrA:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=Nn8XMB3mNEg:k3nrycs5xrA:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=Nn8XMB3mNEg:k3nrycs5xrA:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=Nn8XMB3mNEg:k3nrycs5xrA:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/Nn8XMB3mNEg" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/sweet-and-savory-asian-chicken.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/CrgFjCx1OVY/green-gazpacho_20.htmlLunchVegetarianSoupRecipesCrabVegetablesBrunchAppetizerAsparagusSide DishQuick and Easynoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:08:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-31638545942911296762013-04-23T16:46:45.736-07:00 You know Spring is here when you see the gorgeous and vibrant green asparagus at the market stands.  Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables to prepare and I couldn't help but to grab a few bunches whenever I see them available.  Can you believe we’re having 80+ F. degree in April?  After living in L.A. for so many years, I’m not surprise though.  With the hot weather, it’s very natural 82<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=CrgFjCx1OVY:q0vl1nEzZfc:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=CrgFjCx1OVY:q0vl1nEzZfc:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=CrgFjCx1OVY:q0vl1nEzZfc:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=CrgFjCx1OVY:q0vl1nEzZfc:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/CrgFjCx1OVY" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/green-gazpacho_20.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/AMWNuEURyPo/breakfast-for-dinner-giveaway-winner.htmlWinnersGiveawaynoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:28:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-67404285380071149112013-04-18T12:28:42.989-07:00 Thank you everyone who participated in the Breakfast for Dinner recipe book giveaway.  We have a winner…… Congratulations to LinsFood who said, “This is definitely one of my favourite dishes, I'm a huge fan of Mexican food!” Woohooo….I’m sure you’ll enjoy this book a lot, Lin.  Stay tuned for more fun giveaway in the near future.  Have a beautiful day everyone.5<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=AMWNuEURyPo:peMRcAcpu7E:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=AMWNuEURyPo:peMRcAcpu7E:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=AMWNuEURyPo:peMRcAcpu7E:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=AMWNuEURyPo:peMRcAcpu7E:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/AMWNuEURyPo" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/breakfast-for-dinner-giveaway-winner.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/D0jNij8ISO8/meyer-limoncello.htmlVegan Friendly RecipesHow-toAlcoholFruitDrinksCocktailsVegetarianRecipesMeyer LemonsHomemadeBeveragesPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:29:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-88291164845514122922013-04-16T08:52:08.180-07:00 I adore Limoncello.  I’ve use it in recipes here and there.  With the Meyer Lemon in peak season now, I can’t help it but to make my own Meyer Limoncello.  (note: this post was written a couple months ago and didn't have a chance to publish until now, sorry for the delay!  I hope you still see Meyer lemons around as I do get them all year round from my In-Law's garden)  It’s also a recipe some76<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=D0jNij8ISO8:HA7YsnpuEAk:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=D0jNij8ISO8:HA7YsnpuEAk:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=D0jNij8ISO8:HA7YsnpuEAk:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=D0jNij8ISO8:HA7YsnpuEAk:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/D0jNij8ISO8" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/meyer-limoncello.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/XlZVahibbGQ/coconut-tapioca-pearl-dessert.htmlRecipesGluten FreeChineseSummer TreatsHow-toVegan Friendly RecipesCoconutDrinksVegetarianAfternoon TeaAsianQuick and EasyDessertsPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:05:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-86374348096569122772013-04-12T00:05:42.268-07:00 If you remember my Coconut Ice Cream post, you might recall how much I “love” coconut when I was a kid!  Yes, I would literally run away from anything that has to do with coconuts, no kidding.  You can read the post here and find out what converted me to a coconut lover now.  But as much as I dislike coconut back then, this Coconut Tapioca Pearl Dessert 椰汁蜜瓜西米露 is about the only thing that I 76<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=XlZVahibbGQ:tMud5XhI_H0:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=XlZVahibbGQ:tMud5XhI_H0:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=XlZVahibbGQ:tMud5XhI_H0:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=XlZVahibbGQ:tMud5XhI_H0:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/XlZVahibbGQ" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/coconut-tapioca-pearl-dessert.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/j6c9TCJZk9c/mexican-egg-benedict-recipe-and-some.htmlHow-toPicturesSweepstakesBreakfastRecipesAvocadoBrunchAll NaturalCheeseQuick and EasyBeefPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-10942320169647668082013-05-16T21:20:31.827-07:00 My family members are big fans of Egg Benedict!  We have it for breakfast quite often.  Instead of the same old Egg Benedict, I make different variations all the time, such as this hearty, yet refreshing Mexican Egg Benedict....To read the rest of this post, please click here.82<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=j6c9TCJZk9c:-IA1NWnOOxo:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=j6c9TCJZk9c:-IA1NWnOOxo:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img 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Taylor Hackbarth’s recipe book, Breakfast for Dinner.  To me, it’s a very successful book because as I was going through each page, I wanted to prepare 78<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=3OjU_rjWiz8:TX92Jmwku28:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=3OjU_rjWiz8:TX92Jmwku28:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=3OjU_rjWiz8:TX92Jmwku28:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=3OjU_rjWiz8:TX92Jmwku28:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/3OjU_rjWiz8" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/04/huevos-rancheros-tacos-recipe-and.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/TDkTZe_IDcA/chinese-tea-eggs.htmlHow-toVegetarianRecipesAfternoon TeaAppetizerAsianChineseQuick and EasyPictorialEggsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 30 Mar 2013 21:17:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-81758530457955952052013-03-30T21:17:33.738-07:00 Tea egg is a typical Asian savory food commonly sold as a snack.  It is also known as marbled egg because the cracks in the egg shells create darkened lines with marble-like patterns. Chinese Tea Eggs are commonly sold by street vendors or in night markets in most Chinese communities.  This Easter, why not try some Chinese Tea Eggs instead of the traditional dyed eggs?  These Chinese Tea Eggs 106<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=TDkTZe_IDcA:hOi2GS1Abjk:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=TDkTZe_IDcA:hOi2GS1Abjk:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=TDkTZe_IDcA:hOi2GS1Abjk:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=TDkTZe_IDcA:hOi2GS1Abjk:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/TDkTZe_IDcA" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/03/chinese-tea-eggs.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/CgYa-yoAI5E/vanilla-bean-ice-cream-and-photography.htmlHow-toPicturesItalianDrinksEspressoRecipesIce CreamAll NaturalAfternoon TeaProduct ReviewCoffeeDessertsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:58:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-58156129821315616612013-03-26T15:21:17.038-07:00 Are you ready for summer?  No?  But it certainly feels like summer here in Los Angeles!  arh….so, I prepared some ice cream to cool things off.  This is one of my favorite ice cream to make, besides the Dark Chocolate, French Roasted Coffee, Coconut, and Roasted Strawberry ones.  Boy, I do have quite a few favorites and I think that shouldn’t surprise you when it comes to ice creams.  I 80<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=CgYa-yoAI5E:K7UJXJr-3JE:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a 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colors things and furry bunny ears headband that my Baby Girl adores.  Easter also includes the fun Easter Egg Hunt and chocolate eggs that my Little Boy loves.  Ever since my kids could take their first step on their own and held onto a basket, I planned and organized little Easter Egg Hunt at the backyard for 124<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=4OiQut2MuEQ:91zTZmbhBaI:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=4OiQut2MuEQ:91zTZmbhBaI:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=4OiQut2MuEQ:91zTZmbhBaI:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=4OiQut2MuEQ:91zTZmbhBaI:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/4OiQut2MuEQ" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/03/vanilla-bean-easter-bunny-macarons-and.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/8-wJTvHdN18/singing-dog-vanilla-giveaway-winners.htmlWinnersGiveawaynoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:30:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-90588449195589014892013-03-18T12:30:36.328-07:00 Thank you everyone who participated in the Singing Dog Vanilla Giveaway.  I’m a bit surprised from your comments that quite a few of you haven’t use Vanilla Bean Paste before.  It’s amazing and I hope you’ll give the product a try soon.  Also, special thank you to Singing Dog Vanilla for providing the prize packages for this giveaway.  The winners are as follow: Kristy from My Little Space 10<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=8-wJTvHdN18:-WnoMUxBhGw:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=8-wJTvHdN18:-WnoMUxBhGw:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=8-wJTvHdN18:-WnoMUxBhGw:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=8-wJTvHdN18:-WnoMUxBhGw:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/8-wJTvHdN18" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/03/singing-dog-vanilla-giveaway-winners.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/aqz9NIyJKi8/citrus-marinated-tri-tip-roast-with.htmlSavoryDinnerLunchTipsRecipesBudget MealEntertaining RecipeQuick and EasyBeefnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:10:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-52157967299270601522013-04-22T13:26:44.506-07:00 The weather has been super warm in Southern California in the past few days.  So, I started the grill early this year to take advantage of the gorgeous weather.  Grilling is super easy and I love the nice smoky flavor from grilled meat.  Since it’s St. Patrick’s Day this Sunday, I added on a green dressing that is packed with flavors and fun.  Serve it with some grilled asparagus and you’re 86<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=aqz9NIyJKi8:NQUyWrWFzuU:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=aqz9NIyJKi8:NQUyWrWFzuU:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=aqz9NIyJKi8:NQUyWrWFzuU:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=aqz9NIyJKi8:NQUyWrWFzuU:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/aqz9NIyJKi8" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/03/citrus-marinated-tri-tip-roast-with.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/0XhpwiVKZw0/banana-bread-with-chocolate-chips.htmlCakeBakeChocolateBreakfastAlmondsBakeryRecipesBreadAfternoon TeaQuick and EasyDessertsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 09 Mar 2013 09:45:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-10847607506826014352013-03-18T10:46:59.549-07:00 I have to admit, I don’t often make banana bread.  Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that I don’t like it.  But the last time I made one, I was the one who consumed almost the whole loaf!  Ahem….it’s not that I didn't want to share; I believe food tastes better when shared with loved ones.  But seems like the rest of my family doesn't care about banana bread, and one doesn't even want to come close120<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=0XhpwiVKZw0:BZCRnvVSXck:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=0XhpwiVKZw0:BZCRnvVSXck:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=0XhpwiVKZw0:BZCRnvVSXck:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=0XhpwiVKZw0:BZCRnvVSXck:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/0XhpwiVKZw0" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/03/banana-bread-with-chocolate-chips.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/oF30KMAQVBY/vanilla-dream-cake-recipe-and-giveaway.htmlHow-toCakeBakeTeaGiveawayBakeryTipsRecipesAll NaturalAfternoon TeaVanillaPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:01:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-9544992017438196292013-04-12T11:20:15.742-07:00 I’m falling in love all over again….with vanilla, of course.  Especially after having this Vanilla Dream Cake; it’s quite impossible not to fall in love with it, really!  The cake itself is a Vanilla Angel Food Cake infused with Vanilla Blackberry Sage Tea (more on that in just a minute).  The cake is then covered with a smooth, soft and fluffy Vanilla Cream Cheese and White Chocolate Frosting232<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=oF30KMAQVBY:FEy9FCET_cM:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=oF30KMAQVBY:FEy9FCET_cM:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=oF30KMAQVBY:FEy9FCET_cM:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=oF30KMAQVBY:FEy9FCET_cM:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/oF30KMAQVBY" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/03/vanilla-dream-cake-recipe-and-giveaway.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/z-EEkmb2lig/orange-curdsunshine-in-bowl.htmlFruitCondimentCitrusRecipesAll NaturalAfternoon TeaGluten FreePreservesCurdQuick and EasyEggsDessertsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:08:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-46439911502774508582013-03-02T00:08:00.087-08:00 My whole family adores citrus, not just in sweet treats, but in many savory dishes as well.  I’ve made citrusy vinaigrette such as this one here and it’s been my family’s go-to salad dressing ever since.  With all the citrus fruit I get from my In-Law’s garden, it’s hard not to love these fruits.  If you haven’t done so, check out this Meyer Lemon Curd with Vanilla Sugar Recipe, it’s good on 102<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=z-EEkmb2lig:k0vZH4rueQ4:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" 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Why am I so excited?  Food, of course.  I created these Mint Shamrock Macarons with Dark Chocolate Mint Ganache and couldn’t wait to share them with you.  I know, shaped macarons are not new, if you remember these or these from a while ago.  But it’s the flavor and how fun these are that 105<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=FPN_Q65KA0Y:26IZCIsKFWA:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=FPN_Q65KA0Y:26IZCIsKFWA:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=FPN_Q65KA0Y:26IZCIsKFWA:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=FPN_Q65KA0Y:26IZCIsKFWA:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/FPN_Q65KA0Y" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/02/mint-shamrock-macaron-with-dark.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/-PPikWrxeJM/blood-orange-margarita.htmlBlood OrangesFruitDrinksCocktailsVegetarianRecipesCelebrationLimeMexicanQuick and EasyBeveragesnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:00:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-46618772558807304662013-02-25T15:34:56.826-08:00 It’s the citrus season, guys!  Which means, it’s harvest time from my In-Law’s beautiful garden with gorgeous Meyer Lemons, grapefruits, kumquats, mandarins, oranges, and blood oranges, etc.  I’m so excited because I’m a big citrus fan.  If you’re not familiar with the blood oranges, they are a variety of orange with almost-blood-colored flesh, hence the name. This fruit is smaller than an 94<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=-PPikWrxeJM:JRYP1k3Rfjw:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=-PPikWrxeJM:JRYP1k3Rfjw:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=-PPikWrxeJM:JRYP1k3Rfjw:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=-PPikWrxeJM:JRYP1k3Rfjw:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/-PPikWrxeJM" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/02/blood-orange-margarita.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/N3pzxwDoNzg/classic-creme-brulee.htmlBakeVanilla SugarRecipesAfternoon TeaFrenchVanillaQuick and EasyPictorialDessertsnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sat, 16 Feb 2013 00:30:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-71316284992197653232013-02-16T00:30:04.088-08:00 Crème brûlée, also known as burnt cream, is a dessert consisting of a creamy custard base topped with a contrasting layer of hard and crunchy caramel (the burnt sugar). The custard base is traditionally flavored with vanilla, but is also sometimes flavored with lemon, chocolate, coffee, liqueurs, etc. I’ve made many different variations of this dessert but I always goes back to the classic. I’110<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=N3pzxwDoNzg:wI_Y5o_8YkU:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=N3pzxwDoNzg:wI_Y5o_8YkU:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=N3pzxwDoNzg:wI_Y5o_8YkU:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=N3pzxwDoNzg:wI_Y5o_8YkU:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/N3pzxwDoNzg" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/02/classic-creme-brulee.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/k7uns_h6GSc/roasted-shrimp-salad-with-thyme-and.htmlSeafoodShrimpRecipesAll NaturalEntreeCheeseSaladDinnerHow-toParmesanHealthyLunchBrunchAsianApplesQuick and EasyPictorialnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Mon, 11 Feb 2013 17:02:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-12058673401943309932013-04-25T13:46:19.451-07:00 Are you all still eating light and doing more exercise to keep up with your New Year Resolutions?  Oh, it's just a friendly reminder!  You don’t need to feel guilty if you have already forgotten all about the resolutions.  After all, I don’t really make resolutions anymore since years ago.  Besides, eating well and exercising more should be a second nature and a daily habit... not just for the91<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=k7uns_h6GSc:8as85X61Q2A:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=k7uns_h6GSc:8as85X61Q2A:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=k7uns_h6GSc:8as85X61Q2A:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=k7uns_h6GSc:8as85X61Q2A:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/k7uns_h6GSc" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/02/roasted-shrimp-salad-with-thyme-and.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/uTryit/~3/74s5vXzszqY/happy-chinese-new-year.htmlPhotographyFlowersCelebrationChineseChinese New Yearnoreply@blogger.com (Amy)Sun, 10 Feb 2013 13:46:00 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6646408613786865343.post-29809043727872592402013-02-10T13:46:12.629-08:00 I took these beautiful 桃花 Prunus Persica pictures this morning right outside of my house.  They are just beautiful and so festive for the Chinese New Year.  I wish you all a healthy and prosperous Year of Snake.   祝大家恭喜發財, 身體健康, 步步高升,大吉大利!  34<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=74s5vXzszqY:IVs5i-IZEqI:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=74s5vXzszqY:IVs5i-IZEqI:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?a=74s5vXzszqY:IVs5i-IZEqI:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/uTryit?i=74s5vXzszqY:IVs5i-IZEqI:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/uTryit/~4/74s5vXzszqY" height="1" width="1"/>http://utry.it/2013/02/happy-chinese-new-year.html