February 7, 2014
Chinese Fried Rice
by Kirbie
Learn how to make Chinese fried rice at home and you’ll never order it for take-out again. Chinese fried rice is easy to make and you can customize it with different ingredients to suit...
February 6, 2014
Best Taste of China
by Kirbie
Mr. K and I recently went to check out Best Taste of China, a somewhat hidden Chinese restaurant in Mira Mesa. I’d read posts on mmm-yoso and Faye’s Fork, so when we found ourselves...
February 5, 2014
Casa De Reyes
by Kirbie
Casa De Reyes in Old Town recently started offering a Sunday brunch and I was invited to check it out earlier last month. Brunch is served on Sundays from 9 am to noon and...
February 4, 2014
Chinese Spicy Cucumber Salad
by Kirbie
This spicy cucumber salad recipe is a crisp and refreshing side dish. The cucumbers are flavored with rice vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and chili flakes. It’s very easy to make and so addictive. Chinese cucumber salad is one of my favorite...
February 3, 2014
Red Velvet Mug Cake
by Kirbie
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, red velvet cakes have been everywhere. This past weekend, I participated in a red velvet cupcake tasting organized by Mary of This Tasty Life, trying out red...
February 3, 2014
Social Life Pizza
by Kirbie
Social Life Pizza is another fast casual customized pizza option in San Diego. Unlike some of the other ones we’ve already tried though, Social Life does a few things to set itself apart. Mr....
January 29, 2014
Chinese New Year Cake
by Kirbie
One of the traditional dishes eaten during Chinese New Year is a New Year Cake. It’s a very simple steamed cake, made with glutinous rice flour for a mochi-like chewy texture and sweetened with...
January 24, 2014
Shrimp Chips
by Kirbie
Shrimp Chips, also called prawn crackers, are colorful fried chips often served at Chinese and Vietnamese restaurants as decor with dishes like crispy duck. They have a slight sea/shrimp flavor and are usually made...
January 23, 2014
Bacon Cups
by Kirbie
I made bacon cups. Yes, that’s right: bacon cups. As in, cups made entirely out of bacon. They are as delicious as they sound. They hold up really well and only need 3 strips...
January 22, 2014
Egg Drop Soup
by Kirbie
This egg drop soup recipe is easy to make and tastes just like the one served at Chinese restaurants. It’s a great soup to enjoy with other Chinese dishes or all on its own...
January 16, 2014
Beef with Broccoli
by Kirbie
This Beef with Broccoli recipe is an easy stir fry that is ready in about 30 minutes. Learn how to make this takeout favorite at home with tender beef and broccoli florets coated in a savory sauce. Beef with Broccoli is a popular Chinese stir-fry dish that...
January 14, 2014
Fresh Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls (with step by step)
by Kirbie
These shrimp spring rolls are healthy and delicious. They make a great nutritious meal or snack and I’m sharing step-by-step instructions that makes it easy to make them at home. Between the entertainment award...
