Holiday Bucket List

This Holiday Bucket List is a collection of things to do, see, taste, and experience during the most wonderful time of the year! Your Holiday Bucket List Is Here! Happy Holidays! “The most wonderful time of the year” sounds like a promise that we could all use right now. Regardless of what you believe or how you celebrate the season, I’ve rounded up some ideasRead more ->

Choose Your Own Adventure Chocolate Truffles

a platter of chocolate truffles

These Chocolate Truffles make the perfect gift! Select your favorite chocolate, flavoring, and topping to roll them in. They can be personalized for you or a lucky friend. Handmade Happiness Nothing beats a homemade gift. Especially when you tailor said gift to the recipient! Sure, it may be easier to pick up a bottle of wine or a candle, but how special would you feelRead more ->

Hot Buttered Rum

Hot Buttered Rum

The Hot Buttered Rum is a classic holiday cocktail. Smooth, spicy, and rich, these warm winter drinks are the perfect treat.  Holiday Cheer Growing up, Hot Buttered Rums were a sign of the holiday season. Of course, however, as kids we enjoyed a Hot Buttered “Yum”, which was just as delicious, but without the alcohol. The mixture keeps in the freezer, meaning you can haveRead more ->

Reflecting on 2020

Seeking Joy In 2020 In a year that has left us battle-worn, emotional, and exhausted in so many ways: why not dedicate the last month of this year to reflection.  On the positive interactions we’ve had with friends and strangers alike.  The side-splitting moments of uncontrollable laughter.  On the days that seemed like the sun would never set. The times we felt something changing inRead more ->

Moong Dal Poora

Poora are a type of Indian crepe, generally used for scooping dal (in place of using a utensil). The batter can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator. These Moong Dal Poora were featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir.  Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends!Read more ->

Kitchen Memoirs: Wendy

Kitchen Memoirs are a collection of stories about the people and dishes who have inspired me most in the kitchen. Each month I will share a new story about one of these people accompanied by one or more recipes. This month’s story is about Wendy. Meet Wendy When you set out to try a new recipe, do you feverishly research each component of the dish you’reRead more ->

Mumbai Martinis

A cocktail with an Indian twist. These delicious Mumbai Martinis include classic Indian flavors such as ginger, cumin seeds, and serrano chiles. Refreshing and bright! These delicious Mumbai Martinis were featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir.  Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends! Find me on Instagram, Facebook,Read more ->

Jhalmuri

Generally served as a street food, this Jhalmuri is packed with flavor thanks to a mouth puckering tamarind date chutney serving as the dressing. This Spiced Puff Rice with Potato and Cucumber is a form of Jhalmuri, an Indian street food salad. It was featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir. Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media soRead more ->

Chai Spiced Tres Leches Cake

This Chai Spiced Tres Leches Cake is sweet, creamy, and irresistible. It’s topped with roasted and pears adding a delicious layer of sweetness. This Chai Spiced Tres Leches Cake was featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir.  Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends! Find me on Instagram, Facebook,Read more ->

Seasoned Masoor Dal

This recipe for Seasoned Masoor Dal was featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir.  This Seasoned Masoor Dal is a thick pureé or soup made of lentils. It’s deliciously fragrant and comforting! Tried this Seasoned Masoor Dal recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest!Read more ->