French Onion Soup Dumplings

I’m a sucker for comfort food, even when I don’t actually need any comforting. I especially love when I can combine multiple comfort foods into one. After another work trip to San Jose this week, I was determined to make some dumplings this weekend to satisfy my craving for some good Asian food. However, I … Continue Reading

Mapo Tofu Cheese Fries Tofu / Ground Pork / Cayenne Peppers / Black Beans / White Cheddar

Sometimes you just have to dine with a native to try something new, even if it’s from a cuisine as saturated into American culture as Chinese food. For me, such was the case with Mapo Tofu, which is actually a very popular Chinese dish but is often overshadowed by more common take out fare such … Continue Reading

Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy Quiche

Happy Easter! I actually don’t celebrate the holiday but I am a sucker for bunny rabbits and anything with eggs. Decided to make something healthy and light for lunch and voila a shiitake mushroom and baby bok choy quiche. It’s even (gasp) vegetarian! Light and savory and suitable for any meal of the day. Pro … Continue Reading