Oh boy, it’s Friday, finally! It’s been a busy week for me with lots of catching up to do after a stubbornly long episode of cold/flu/bronchitis. James claimed it was only a flu, but I’m convinced otherwise. I was basically chugging hot ginger tea with honey between doses of cough […]
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Eating Organic in Cusco
TravelWe arrived in Cusco around noon. Having stuffed myself silly on barbecued meats (hey I was in Texas after all!) and snacked on way too much roasted peanuts and diet sodas the night before, I was starving for fresh, wholesome foods. We found Green Organics just steps away from Plaza […]
From Peru…Finally
TravelSo, I finally had a chance to sort through the photos of our trip to Peru! I can’t believe it’s been a month since we came back from Peru. It was my first time in South America and I had an absolutely wonderful time exploring the different cities in Peru. The […]
Cuban Black Bean Soup with Smoked Ham Hock (Frijoles Negros)
Main Dishes, SoupsCuban Black Bean Soup with Smoked Ham Hock is made with black beans simmered with smoked ham hocks and aromatic ingredients like onions, garlic, bell peppers, and spices. The infusion of flavors creates a deeply satisfying and robust soup. Today, I’m sharing a recipe for an authentic Cuban dish – […]
Spiced Apple Scones
Breakfast and Brunch DishesI’ve been wanting to make these scones since August, and I’ve waited a long time. It doesn’t become more weather appropriate than right now. I made these last weekend while going back and forth between scone-making and putting together a shelf I had ordered and neglected for the longest time. […]










