I’m putting together a vibrant, flavor-loaded Raw Rainbow Cabbage & Kale Salad for today’s family BBQ—and I’ve got a good feeling it’ll be a crowd-pleaser. Since I don’t eat much meat, I want to bring a side dish that’s not just colorful and fresh—but also hearty, nourishing, and full of texture. I’m going for something […]
Looking for a quick, nourishing, and family-approved meal? This assembly-style, plant-based lasagna is my ultimate crowd pleaser. I make it monthly, year-round—it’s simple, robust in flavor, and absolutely no-nonsense. ✨ Fun fact: My record assembly time is just under 12 minutes! What makes it special? No cheese, no problem. This lasagna bursts with flavor even […]
My memories from life in Korea never feel very far away. I still daydream about our time there—longing for the bustling streets of Seoul, the never-ending nightlife, and those majestic inner-city mountains I loved to hike. That chapter of my life changed me in many ways, but perhaps most unexpectedly, it revolutionized my palate. That […]
Lately, I’ve been feeling something stirring inside me — a reawakening of sorts. Life has a funny way of shifting our focus. For years, my kitchen — once the heart of my adult life — took a backseat to the beautiful chaos of raising young kids. And while that season brought its own magic, I’ve […]
Spring rolls are a fantastic meal for when I want something light, fresh, and colorful—but still packed with flavor. Essentially, they’re a raw rainbow salad wrapped up in rice paper, ready to be dunked into a perfectly balanced sweet and salty peanut sauce. I make these all the time, especially solo for lunch, because they’re […]
If my life were a sandwich, this might be the one. At least right now. It’s messy in the best way, a little spicy, definitely odd, but somehow it all comes together and makes sense—kind of like how life has felt lately. All summer long, I’ve been coming back to this sandwich. It’s not the […]
Last night, after a hot, sweaty walk in the Austin heat, I drove home feeling tired and hungry. On the drive back from the trail, my mind did what it often does when I’m bored—ran through a mental inventory of what I had at home. Fridge, freezer, pantry… it’s like food Tetris, and I can […]
I recently spent a soul-nourishing weekend camping with my soul sister at Strawberry Hot Springs, just outside of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. We only get to see each other once a year, but every time we part, I leave feeling uplifted, cared for, seen, heard, and deeply loved. Marin and I have known each other for […]
Rice+Tofu+Carrots+Peas+Red Onions+Brussels+Pecans+Apples+Cilantro=Happy. This Tofu Bowl Hits Every Flavor Note—and Then Some I love tofu! Whether it’s in sandwiches, stir-fries, or even whipped into a creamy chocolate pie, tofu is one of my favorite ingredients. In this vibrant, rainbow-colored meal, tofu takes center stage—bringing plant-based protein, gut-friendly fiber, and calcium in a guilt-free package. Paired with […]
“It’s good to take time to eat, because the time for a meal can be a very happy time. Take time to enjoy your breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy your meal. Stop the thinking and be there fully, body and mind.”— How to Eat by Thich Nhat Hanh Though I usually prefer savory meals, I […]
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