Crab Mango Salad I know it’s the beginning of fall but where I live in Los Angeles it’s still crazy hot! Whether you’re pulling out your favorite cashmere sweater or still wearing tank tops you’ll love this refreshing Crab Mango Salad from my latest cookbook “Everyday Chinese Cookbook: 101 Delicious Recipes From My Mother’s Kitchen.” … Read More
I just went on Hallmark Channel’s Home and Family Show and made this delicious, fresh and easy Chinese Chicken Salad recipe from my new cookbook, “Everyday Chinese Cookbook: 101 Delicious Recipes from My Mother’s Kitchen!” It’s the perfect recipe for Mother’s Day and my new cookbook makes a great Mother’s Day gift! It’s available at … Read More
I had such an amazing time making this refreshing and gorgeous Thai Salad from my cookbook, Everyday Thai Cooking, on Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family show the other day! It’s filled with vibrant colors and interesting textures from the purple cabbage, coconut, green beans and crushed peanuts. And then there’s the dressing…wow! The yummy salad … Read More
TV personality and my gluten-free gal pal Jeannie Mai popped over the other day and we decided to have some fun in the kitchen. Her friend Jen just found out that she needs to be on a gluten-free diet as well so we whipped up this fresh and light salad gluten-free salad bursting with … Read More
I’ve been in my hometown of Minneapolis this week and had the pleasure of making an appearance on KARE-11 TV with the fabulous anchor Pat Evans! He was a great friend of my mom Leeann’s so I was especially honored to be visiting his set. Click here to view my cooking demo on KARE-11! I … Read More
I was so excited to appear on Good Day LA recently to demo light summer salads with hosts Araksya Karapetyan and Marla Tellez! I made this easy and delicious Prawn and Mango Salad from my cookbook, “Everyday Thai Cooking” made with juicy fresh mangos, red pepper, cucumber, cilantro, crushed peanuts, tender shrimp tossed in a … Read More
Year everyone!! After devouring my sister’s amazing Beef Wellington and grilled lobster on New Year’s Eve followed by my chocolate molten lava cake, I’m staring at my Fit Bit (Christmas present from hubby) knowing I’ll need to triple the steps I take this week to burn that dinner off. Don’t get me wrong, it’s okay … Read More
It you’re like me, it’s been so hot that I haven’t felt like cooking the last few days. I recently visited the famed Lotus of Siam restaurant in Las Vegas known for its legendary and authentic Thai cuisine. Chefs from around the world visit this gem tucked away in a nondescript mini-mall because the food … Read More
If feels like spring has finally sprung everywhere (including Minneapolis where my sister Laura told me the 8 inches of snow that fell last week finally melted!) and it’s put me in the mood to re-post this delicious Crispy Calamari Salad. Why? Because the bright colors and zingy dressing along with the crispy crunch of … Read More
As many of you may know, I am a Culinary Ambassador to City of Hope and its Super Foods initiative. City of Hope is a leading research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Researchers there are developing cutting-edge treatments and technology to help find cures for these diseases. They’ve also identified … Read More
