Category Archives: Food

Yiayia’s Vasilopita

Posted on December 30, 2012 by

Each year, it’s a Greek and Orthodox tradition to make a sweet bread called Vasilopita that is cut on New Year’s Day. Hidden inside the bread is a coin, and whoever receives the coin is said to have good luck … Continue reading →

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DIY Chai

Posted on December 12, 2012 by

I’ve been in a bit of a coffee and tea rut lately. Tea has been my thing-usually green or roiboos. When I’m out and about, I do love to savor a soy chai or latte. I don’t really like milk … Continue reading →

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Over the Weekend

Posted on May 30, 2012 by

This weekend was spent in and out of the house.  We were either tourists in our own city or sitting around the house, cooking and reading books. We walked around Olvera Street, ate churros, bought Mexican fabrics, took public transportation, watched a … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

I’m so happy to be home this three-day weekend! We plan on having the best time at the baptism, cook, read, see a play at the Ahmanson Theatre and take long walks. By the way, have you ever tried brown … Continue reading →

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Making Donuts

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

I have a new hobby that involves massive amounts of butter. Yes, I just bought a donut maker, and I absolutely love everything about it! I will admit that my two weaknesses are fried dough and gummy candies. This donut … Continue reading →

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Quick Breakfast Ideas

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

I often set my alarm an hour earlier than normal and pretend that I will wake up the next day to write in my journal, cook breakfast, sit in my sunny kitchen nook and read. Without fail, I will always end up snoozing until my … Continue reading →

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Secret Lenten Pasta Sauce

Posted on March 13, 2012 by

Let’s talk about Lent. As Orthodox Christians, we’re challenged to look at our own relationship and dependence on food while abstaining from meat and dairy during these 40 days. Being the foodie that I am, this is a challenging time for me where … Continue reading →

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Mini-Morning Cleanse

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

It’s official. I love coffee. One cup each morning. To keep hydrated, it’s important to drink one cup of water for every cup of coffee. In addition to this, we can add a mini-cleanse each morning of water and 1/2 a  lemon. … Continue reading →

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Little Bangladesh + A Bracelet

Posted on February 8, 2012 by

I woke up this morning to a complete mess of beads and clasps scattered all over my apartment and found myself with my make-up still on. Then I remembered the colorful whirlwind from last night. I ventured over to Little Bangladesh after … Continue reading →

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Breakfast Rice Pudding

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

I kept a bookmark of Your Vegan Mom’s breakfast rice pudding recipe that uses left-over rice. I thought this was a fabulous idea, so I made it this morning. I highly recommend using her recipe when you’re out of breakfast options and want something hearty, … Continue reading →

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