I'm not normally into cute food. I'd rather have my food look delicious and say, "Eat. Me. Now." Cute food makes me a little sad and guilty when I take that first bite, especially if the food has an adorable smiley face on it. Poor disfigured thing! Am I right?! ...
One of my very first blogging friends is Bee from Rasa Malaysia. In the early days of the blog, we used to chat on the phone after my kids went to bed about the technical side of blogging -- silly acronyms like SEO, PHP, CSS and HTML. Back then (I say "back then"...
How to Read Japanese Sake Labels This is the front of two Japanese sake bottles. I love how the names of Japanese sake is just so beautiful...they've translated the Japanese name of these two sake to: "Divine Droplets" and "Heaven's Door"! On the front, you'll see...
Learn the secrets to microwaved steamed carrots, ready in just minutes! This 3-minute recipe is one-bowl for easy cleanup, and saves space on the stovetop. Top the steamed carrots with a pat of butter, flaky salt, freshly ground black pepper and your choice of minced...
This recipe is inspired by the seasonal changes that happen late in the year, and the resulting lack of natural sunlight. As the days grow shorter and the sunlight scarce, I know many of us start to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder, with its pesky brain...
shhhhhh....... i did a naughty thing. last week my husband tromped off to Vegas for a 5-day vacation with this poker buddies. i had an affair. i heard the garage door close as he left for the airport. i waited 15 minutes to make sure he didn't return, in case he...
You'll learn how to make low-carb, healthy, Paleo-friendly, Cauliflower Fried "Rice" recipe with your choice of sauce: Garlicky Chili Sauce or Lemon Soy Sauce. The "rice" is actually finely chopped cauliflower. Both recipes were created for my client, San-J. You'll...
There's something undeniably comforting about a slice of homemade banana bread. It's like a warm hug from your kitchen! Our family's banana bread recipe has been a cherished gem for over 30 years, loved for its moist texture, rich banana flavor, and a delightful hint...
This is a list of my favorite kitchen tools - the tried and true, much loved and much used things in my kitchen that I cannot live without! This is my favorite vegetable peeler of all time! The Oxo Good Grips Swivel Peeler is inexpensive (less than $10), the...
Vietnamese Iced Coffee is an intensely brewed coffee concentrate that drips down into a tall glass of ice and a big spoonful of sweetened condensed milk. To make Vietnamese Iced Coffee, start with medium grind French Roast coffee, brew in a Vietnamese coffee press...
I'm Jaden Rae, a TV chef, cookbook author, recipe developer, and the creative force behind Steamy Kitchen, a 19-year food blog focused on Asian cuisine and mindful living. Steamy Kitchen has been featured on The List, the Today Show, Oprah.com, Martha Stewart Living Radio & more.