Kirbie's Cravings

Cinnamon Cappuccino Cookies

These cinnamon cappuccino cookies are similar to a classic snickerdoodle but are flavored with coffee and cinnamon. The cookies have crispy edges and chewy centers and have the perfect amount of sweetness. These chewy...

Babycakes revisit

Babycakes3766 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103(619) 296-4173https://www.babycakessandiego.com/ So many posts that need to be done, so little time.  Hopefully, I'll have some more time in the upcoming weeks.  Here is a quick one.  After...

Niederfrank’s Ice Cream

Niederfrank’s Ice Cream 726 A Ave National City, CA 91950 (619) 477-0828 niederfranks.com A few months ago I was watching Diner Drive-Ins and Dives on the Food network and Guy Fieri was going around...

Phil’s BBQ

Phil's BBQ3750 Sports Arena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92110(619) 226-6333www.philsbbq.net Phil's BBQ is my favorite place in San Diego for barbecue ribs, and probably one of San Diego's most famous restaurants. I have friends who...

Almond tofu

With the hot weather, I've been into finding more refreshing, lighter snacks.  Almond tofu fits that category perfectly.  It's easy to make from a mix, is served cold, and satisfies my sweet tooth. For...

Nijiya Summer Festival

Nijiya Market 3860 Convoy St Ste 109 San Diego, CA 92111 Nijiya had its summer festival this past weekend (July 18 & 19).  I had previously attended Nijiya’s spring festival, which was fun.  Because...

Cornbread Puddings

These cornbread puddings are made with cornmeal, corn, and sour cream for a unique side dish any time of year. I came across this recipe for mini cornbread pudding by Martha Stewart that caught my eye. I love cornbread. The idea of a moist...

Fresh Gelato at Costco

Costco 4649 Morena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117(858) 490-5400 From the people who brought you churros over a footlong for $1, 1/4 pound hot dog and drink for $1.50, large frozen yogurt for $1.35, huge...

Weekend BBQ

Little Brother has been wanting to have a bbq for a while, and we finally got around to it this weekend.  It also just so happened that seriouseats.com was having as their weekend challenge...

Lapperts Revisit

Lapperts Ice Cream & Coffee12265 Scripps Poway ParkwaySan Diego, CA 92064https://www.lapperts.com After trying out Nothing Bundt Cakes last weekend, I had to stop by Lapperts Ice Cream, which is located in the same plaza. ...

Sushi Deli 3

Sushi Deli 37986 Armour StSan Diego, CA 92111(858) 292-5515 I was introduced to Sushi Deli 2, SD3's sister location downtown during college.  Super cheap rolls and drink specials= big fan.  And while my college...

Coconut Macaroons Two Ways

I’m showing you how to make macaroons two ways so you can pick your favorite. One is made with egg whites, and the other is made with condensed milk. I definitely have a favorite...