Scallion Pancake Quesadillas

Do you ever find yourself at a restaurant where the complimentary bread basket turns out to be the best part of the meal? I am ALWAYS in search of those gems because I absolutely love bread. I love bread on its own and also as a vehicle for dipping sauces. One of my favorite kinds … Continue Reading

Hawaiian Fried Rice

Sigh, before I left for my sunny West Coast vacation with my brother a couple weeks ago, I departed a sunny, 70 degree Madison. The realist in me knew Wisconsin doesn’t typically warm up until late April, but the possibility of an early spring tricked me into thinking the warm weather was here to stay. … Continue Reading

Sauteed Bok Choy with Lemon and Capers

As I explore turning my passion for food and cooking into a career, it amazes me what a picky eater I used to be. Growing up, I would painstakingly remove any hint of green from my plate, refuse anything that was mildly offensive (admittedly, I didn’t even like fish sauce until I started cooking a … Continue Reading

Mango & Thai Basil Salsa

Brrrr it’s cold outside! Recapture those warm summer moments with a spicy mango salsa. This side obviously pairs perfectly with some tortilla chips but it also adds a beautiful refreshing touch to lots of seafood dishes as well. Let me know what else you pair it with! Mango & Thai Basil Salsa (Serves 4-6) • … Continue Reading