I began the long journey of writing a book last month (yes, I’m finally doing it!). I ate a frozen chicken biryani for dinner. Nothing fancy, just one of those microwave meals I picked up for convenience. The rice was spiced and golden, clinging to…

Life moves at breakneck speed, and somehow, cooking gets tossed into the “shit we have to do” pile instead of the “things we actually enjoy” pile. We’re chopping like we’re in a race, burning the onions while texting back a “sure, sounds good,” and inhaling…

They say the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach, but what they don’t tell you is that it’s also the express lane to fond memories. Whether it’s the intoxicating aroma of Granny’s vegetable soup or the comforting embrace of Aunt Gladys’ funeral potatoes,…

As I settle into the new year like a cozy bed with a side of warm cookies and a tall glass of hope, I ponder on the things that bring me comfort: family, good food, connection, mindful cooking, time for self, and . . .…

Imagine yourself dying with your loved ones surrounding you, holding your hand, admiring every wrinkle time has etched into your face. The smell of sterility and hospital bandages mimicking the scent of jasmine tea, something you never truly enjoyed for that very reason. The aroma…

Last summer, we rented a beach house in Martha’s Vineyard. The kids enjoyed their walks on the bea . . . HOLD UP. Are you seriously about to hit that JUMP-TO-THE-RECIPE button? Don’t you want to read about how my son stepped on a starfish…

Spring hath sprung, and it’s getting hot outside, ya’ll! One way to keep ourselves cool is to enjoy this gorgeous potato, shaved asparagus, and citrus salad. It has all of the elements of a delicious afternoon lunch. And it’s a great recipe for learning how…

Spring has sprung, my friends! However, if you’re like me, you’re still hanging onto winter, crying big fat tears. Winter or no winter, I’ll keep my comfort food nearby. But, I crave a different kind of comfort – the almighty Buddha bowl. I love making…

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years of cooking, saving the best for last isn’t always a great idea. As a kid, I was told to eat everything on my plate before I could have dessert. And guess what, that always pissed me…

Have you ever cooked a dish and had it turn out so good that it transported you to another place and time? For me, that dish is Sopa de Conchas. Every time I make them, I’m whisked away to my mom’s kitchen, where she would…