Laker’s Tabuli: Yellow and Purple Cauliflower Tabuli

This recipe was inspired by the late Kobe Bryant, who passed away this past weekend. LA and people around the world have been mourning this man and all the lives lost on that helicopter.  It just doesn’t seem real.  I know for almost 2 decades I grew up watching the Lakers with my family, many times on Christmas day. Memories with my family, and super … Continue reading Laker’s Tabuli: Yellow and Purple Cauliflower Tabuli

Cooking for one: Easy summer pasta with fresh tomatoes

I was craving some pasta but in the summer (notice the 4th of July plates) it’s too hot for a lot of the heavy sauces. This was my solution- pasta with a very light sauce that is made of garlic, parsley, and fresh summer tomatoes. There’s not too much to it and a small portion for me was very satisfying. I’m not on the “gluten-is-bad” … Continue reading Cooking for one: Easy summer pasta with fresh tomatoes

Grilled Pita

Take me to Shape up America! Inspired by my little baby eggplants, I decided to quickly grill them to retain their flavor and composure. I grilled the pita too, spicing it up with some whole cumin seeds, a tip I got from eating street food in China. They grilled meats, and veggies like eggplant, and served it in your hand piping hot, so you would … Continue reading Grilled Pita