A “Dirty Parisian” cocktail served at Seattle’s Ventana restaurant

Ju Bao – baked savory buns for Lunar New Year

Lunch with blogger Salty Seattle, preparing a beautiful meal

A bright bouquet of radishes destined for tea sandwiches

Bacon peanut brittle served alongside tea and sandwiches for a unique lunch

Thai-inspired stir fry with a versatile sauce

Savory Liege-style waffle with brie and shreds of fresh basil!

Dim sum brunch and some exciting news!

Custard bars made fr mochiko (rice flour) for New Year’s Day dessert

New Years Eve with bubbly, snacks and fireworks!

Green, unroasted coffee beans, only a few steps away from being a cup o’ joe!

Have mochi to ensure a prosperous new year!

Cooking a side dish of green lentils with colorful root vegetables.

Mulled cranberry spice drink and tasty holiday wishes to one and all!

Peppermint creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies!

Leftover Halloween candy? Let’s bake butterscotch bars!

Pretty petit fours from Tiffany & Co are a pretty way of saying “thanks!”

Comforting shiitake mushroom and bok choi soup with won tons.

Chili made with andouille sausage and “mystery beer.”

Red Velvet cupcake from Trophy Cupcakes in Bellevue, WA.

Heirloom tomatoes for a summer salad. Can’t summer stay for just a little while longer?