Tap, Tap, Tap. The only noise that could be heard was the tapping noises from the fluid motion of my fingers on the keyboard and the sound of occasional cars passing by our apartment. My weekends just seemed to be scheduled with heaps of essays, homework, studying. It was frustrating. The sun was seeping through the…
Mum’s Fragrant Cantonese Chicken & Mushroom Rice (GF, Dairy Free, Oil-Free)
Macau “Serradura or Sawdust Pudding” 木糠布丁(GF, Paleo, Dairy Free, Vegan Options)
A dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of cookies crumbles, another layer of cream, then cookies again. The fragrant smell of coconut and ginger penetrated through the entire kitchen…it was heavenly. I sneaked a glance at Zoe before dipping my finger into the mixing bowl. She laughed and shook her head. Yum..Creamy, smooth and crumbly. If I could…
Fall-Inspired Graham Crackers (GF, Paleo, Dairy-Free, Refined Sugar Free)
Bright orange pumpkins; the scent of cinnamon in the air; a beautiful carpet of faded leaves on the driveway. Fall is officially here. From the blazing hot, humid summers, autumn transforms Hong Kong into a city of fallen leaves, cool breezes (perfect for hikes) and “sweater” land for students and for the businessmen. Right by our home, there…
Kylie Kwong’s Braised Tofu with Tomatoes (GF, Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-Free)
October 2016 Recipe Redux Challenge: Plant Protein Power Bowls Packed with protein, fiber and color, plant power bowls are trendy and delicious. Show us the healthy recipe that’s in your bowl. Laughter rang out, echoing against the walls of the small room. Our silly giggles seemed a little inappropriate in this setting as I apologetically…
Grain Free Broccoli Flatbread with Hummus
“I received free samples of Sabra Spreads mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Sabra and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.” Sabra Hummus is truly one of my all-time favorite food brands ever. I LOVE their hummus….
Fluffy Coconut Flour Pancakes (Paleo, GF, DF)
1 strawberry, 2 strawberries…mm… Maybe 3 strawberries? Humming under my breath, I began the task of meticulously slicing the delicate strawberries. The knife revealed the pale soft flesh that diffused into the rich red color on the edges – perfectly sweet and ripe. It reminded me of all the reasons why I love summer. I love farmer’s…
Healthy Mediterranean Tilapia with Tomato-Olive Sauce (GF, Nut-Free, DF)
Grey clouds. Large puddles of water. Empty streets. I pulled my coat tighter and wrapped my arms around myself. I shuddered a little as the piercing cold penetrated through my skin mercilessly. Every step almost felt unbearable. I could already feel water seeping into my summer flats creating a small pool under my foot. The…
Low-Carb Chocolate Banana Walnut Loaf (GF, Paleo, Oil-Free, Refined Sugar Free)
September 2016 Recipe Redux Challenge: First Cooking Recollections Stir up some of your earliest culinary recollections. Did you stand at your grandmother’s elbow to learn to cook? Or did you learn by stumbling through a cookbook by yourself? Share a healthy recipe and the accompanying story about one of your first cooking memories. Blueberry Muffin?…
Asian Lettuce Wraps: San Choi Bao (GF, Grain Free, Oil Free)
“I’m so excited” exclaimed the expecting mother. I was watching a video that a friend had sent me of a cute little Korean-Australian baby boy being born to proud parents. The father, all dressed in scrubs, gently picked up his oldest boy to meet his wife and the new baby. In a few seconds, the camera swiftly moved…
Mediterranean Cauliflower Couscous (Grain Free, GF, DF, Vegan, Oil-Free)
“Guys what are we having for dinner tonight?” I looked up from the textbook as I heard my younger sister call out from the room next door. I glanced at the clock: 7pm. It was dinnertime. Sighing, I scanned around the room. Textbooks sprawled over the floor. Dishes in the sink. Laundry to fold. Empty luggages to fill….