Tips and Tricks on How To Make a Tall and Flaky Biscuit
Biscuits, Scones, Soda Bread are my favorite alternative to yeast bread. They can be made ahead of time, they freeze well but […]
Meat Free Monday: Chickpea Alla Puttanesca
This not so traditional Chickpea Ala Puttanesca was inspired by the Italian Spaghetti Ala Puttanesca. Instead of pasta, this dish uses chickpea […]
Small Batch Irish Soda Pecan and Raisins Scones (Makes 4)
This Irish Soda Pecan and Raisin Scones has a nice texture inside and out. The exterior has a nice crunch while the […]
Blueberry Custard Crumble Pie
A Blueberry Custard Cake Pie with Crumble toppings is a nice way to celebrate ‘Pi Day’. But seriously, a ‘Pi Day’ is […]
[VIDEO] Traveling Solo in Barcelona, Spain #6: Inside Casa Batlló | Antoni Gaudí Modernist Museum in Barcelona
Exploring Casa Battlo in Barcelona, Spain Casa Batlló is a building in the center of Barcelona. It was designed by Antoni Gaudí, […]
How to Make Cauliflower “Rice” (Food Processor and Box Grater Method), Plus Tips on How to Make Variations
If you are not yet familiar with Cauliflower Rice, it is mind boggling, mind blowing and just plain crazy, in a good […]
[VIDEO] Coconut Custard Pie
This Crustless Coconut Custard Pie is the easiest pie that you can make , ever! no pie crust needed, but if you […]
Light & Refreshing Avocado & Tuna Salad for Two
A light and refreshing Avocado & Tuna Salad made with Tuna, plenty of fresh herbs and vegetables and a nice lemon dressing […]
Small Batch Buttermilk Lemon Ricotta Cheese Pancake
This is one fluffy and soft Lemon Ricotta Cheese Pancake that you wouldn’t regret having for breakfast, you might end up asking […]
Gluten Free: Black Forest Cake
This Gluten Free Black Forest Cake taste as good as it looks. The cake is soft and moist, the center is filled […]
Single Serve Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal
Our oatmeal flavor of the month is Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal. A basic oatmeal (as always) with a creamy touch from spoonful […]
Coconut Almond Macaroons
Filipino style Coconut Macaroons is a very simple Macaroon made with mostly coconut as dry ingredients plus some egg, sugar, butter and […]
[VIDEO] Traveling Solo in Barcelona, Spain #5: Exploring Park Guell
Exploring Parc Guell in Barcelona, Spain Park Güell is one of Spain’s most popular tourist attractions. It is located located in La […]
Meat Free Monday: Garlic Bok Choy
Garlic Bok Choy is a simple vegetarian and gluten free dish that can be served with steamed rice, noodles or as a […]
1 Can of Chickpea, 2 Simple Budget Friendly Recipe
One can of chickpea equals Turmeric Spiced Hummus and Spiced Toasted Chickpea. Budget friendly, simple, easy and delicious. Whether you are hosting […]
Simply Basic Fudgy Brownie, One Bowl & No Mixer Needed
Brownie comes in different texture and appearance. It can be shiny with cracked top, it can have a fudgy or cake like […]
[VIDEO] Traveling Solo in Barcelona, Spain #4: Walk the La Rambla, The Most Famous Street in Barcelona
A visit in Barcelona Spain is not the same without walking the lively busy La Rambla street. This street alone is a […]
Garlic Butter & Herbs Roasted Baby Carrots with Homemade Tzatziki Dressing
Carrots is such a versatile, all year round and budget friendly vegetable. It is great for snacking raw, for stews, for salad […]
Gluten Free: Double Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Gluten free, soft, super moist decadent Double Chocolate Banana Bread is incredibly delicious. It’s light and not dense, almost like a cake […]
Chicken Vermicelli Soup
This Asian inspired Chicken Vermicelli Soup is so flavorful and filling. This soup is my Fall and Winter comfort food, never failed […]
[VIDEO] Traveling Solo in Barcelona, Spain #3: La Boqueria Market, Where Foodie Meets the Food
La Boqueria Market is the a MUST see place to visit when in Barcelona, Spain. Whether you are a foodie or not, […]
Meat Free Monday: Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
This Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash is high in fiber, very filling, and delicious. Cooked in one pan, and can be serve straight […]
Cream of Asparagus Soup For Two
Creamy fresh Asparagus Soup is such a wonderful comfort food for cold days. It is easy to make and it uses only […]
Mini Chocolate Heart Shaped Hand Pie
This adorably cute Chocolate Heart Shaped Hand Pie has a nice chocolate flavor and a buttery and flaky texture. They are small […]
[VIDEO] Traveling Solo in Barcelona, Spain #2 : Know Before You Go Up The Sagrada Familia Passion Tower
The Towers of Sagrada Familia Antoni Gaudí envisioned the Sagrada Familia with 18 monumental spires. Twelve of them are dedicated to the […]
Meat Free Monday: Single Serving Mushroom Porridge Oatmeal
First few months of the year is all about healthy eating and less sweets. So this time around I am sharing my […]
Baked Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Wings
This Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Wings are baked NOT fried. Baked in the oven until golden brown and crispy, then tossed and coated with […]
Small Batch Angel Food Cake For Two
Angel Food Cake! This airy cake is so easy to make and they’re like a cross between marshmallow and meringue cake, it’s […]
[VIDEO] Traveling Solo in Barcelona, Spain #1: The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia
Exploring Basilica De La Sagrada Familia Sagrada Familia is one of the most famous landmark and most visited tourist attraction in Barcelona, […]
Cucumber & Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
This Cucumber & Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad is packed with freshness and nice citrus flavor from freshly squeeze Lemon. The traditional Tabbouleh is […]
[VIDEO] Strawberry & White Chocolate Shortbread Cookie
Strawberry & White Chocolate Shortbread Cookie is a lovely delicious twist to my classic Shortbread Cookie recipe. The base is a creamy, […]
Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls
It’s freshi time! All fresh vegetables spices shrimp and rice noodles wrapped in thinly rice paper and served with homemade peanut sauce. […]
Small Batch Skillet Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie
Today I gave in to this Skillet Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie. I had been trying to fight it and ignore it […]
Inspired Post: Love People, Not Things
This short story made me reflect and realize again how lucky I am to have been blessed with good friends. There are very […]
How to Make Garlic Peanut Sauce
This Peanut Sauce has a nice combination of sweet, salty, spicy and garlicky flavor. It’s one of those Asian sauce that works […]
[VIDEO] The Hasselback Technique: Try it with Zucchini
This Zucchini Hasselback is simple side dish is so easy to make, it is easier than it looks and makes a great […]
Chicken Arozz Caldo (Chicken Rice Porridge/Congee)
Chicken Arozcaldo is a popular rice porridge that is popular in Asian countries. This porridge is made from rice that has been […]
[VIDEO] Gluten Free|Butter Free | Flourless Almond Cookie
Celebrate Chinese New year with this gluten free, butter free and easy to make Almond Cookie. This Almond Cookie is 100% gluten […]
Big Batch Slow Cooked Oven Baked Oatmeal – Meal Prep for the Week
A big batch of oatmeal is a good way to stock-up your fridge with readily available breakfast for the entire week. Not […]
Meat Free Monday: Quinoa with Mushroom and Egg Breakfast Bowl
This Quinoa with Mushroom and Egg Breakfast Bowl is one of my favorite savory breakfast any day of the year, but even […]
One Pan Tuna Rice Bowl, Ready in 15 Minutes!
Not all meals have to be complicated, because this Tuna Rice Bowl is not. It’s simple and easy and yet it’s satisfying […]
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Muffins
A savory muffin packed with ham and cheese and topped with more cheese is my go to quick breakfast option on busy […]
12 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Oatmeal
Welcome to 2020! Are you ready to go back to your normal eating habits? Holiday is over and most of us are […]
Meat FREE Monday: 75+ Meat Free Dishes
Happy New Year to Everyone! Do you still have the hangover from all the sweet treats that you ate during the holiday? […]
[VIDEO] Small Batch Surprise Egg in a Biscuit Muffin
I am hoping that you will love this recipe as much as I do. There is a surprise inside this muffin that […]
Small Batch Chicken Macaroni Soup
“Sopas” as commonly know in the Philippines is a kind of soup with macaroni pasta, vegetables, chicken and milk. The addition of […]
Top 10 SweetNSpicyLiving Recipes for 2019
Featured Video: How To Make Vanilla Buttercream Frosting PLUS How To Decorate Cupcakes Here is a short video on how to […]
[VIDEO] Meat Free Monday: Yes to NO Beef Wellington: Mushroom & Lentils Wellington
This No Beef Wellington is Vegetarian and super easy to make. A big plus if I may say, it does taste really […]
Almond Ricotta Chocolate Cake
Absolutely moist cake with light crumb, nice almond flavor and intense chocolate ganache frosting. This Almond Ricotta Chocolate Cake is worthy of […]
Small Batch Garlic Parmesan Knot Bread (Makes 6)
You are going to go knots with this Parmesan Garlic Knots Bread. Soft, warm bread with subtle garlic flavor and nice sprinkle […]
Home Sweet Home
To feel homesick when I am away only proves that I have found my real home. A place where I will keep […]
Meat Free Monday: Baked Caprese Spaghetti Squash
This Caprese Spaghetti Squash is a simple healthier dish that you could use as rotation to one of your dinner or lunch […]
Small Batch Potato and Cheddar Scone (Makes 4)
This Potato Cheddar Scone is one of my go to savory breakfast. It’s soft and moist, buttery and with subtle garlic and […]
Chocolate Cream Cheese Swiss Roll Cake
You’ve probably heard horror story about kitchen disaster when making Swiss Roll cake. Cracked cake, hard cake, thin cake and anything else […]
Crescent Jalapeno Cheese Dog, Shortcut for Busy Days
When I need more sleep and I still want to have a decent breakfast when I wake-up, this Crescent Jalapeno Cheese Dog […]
Single Serving Cranberry & Pecan Eggnog Oatmeal
What could be more fitting than a Cranberry and Pecan Eggnog Oatmeal for the Holiday season. It is rich and creamy, simple […]
Meat Free Monday: Small Batch Caponata (Eggplant Stew)
Caponata or Eggplant Stew is a vegetarian dish made with eggplant that has been simmered and reduced in sweet and sour tomato […]
[VIDEO] Simply Pure Chocolate Crinkles
If you are looking for a cookie that you can add to your holiday baking, make sure to have Chocolate Crinkles in […]
[VIDEO] Small Batch Smooth & Creamy Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookie
Smooth and creamy Shortbread Cookie dipped in a decadent melted dark chocolate, a treat in ever bite. Shortbread cookie is one of […]
Baked Garlic Parmesan Puff-Pastry Bites
While desserts and entree are the first on our mind when planning a get together menu, appetizers are an important item that […]
[VIDEO] The BEST Lemon Ricotta Cookie
This Lemon Ricotta Cookie is simply the BEST! It’s thick, super soft with just the right level of sweetness and amazing lemon […]
Baked Mini Churro with Espresso Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Baked NOT fried, this Churro is hands-down delicious and real chocolate and coffee lovers treat with the thick decadent espresso flavored chocolate […]
Thick and Creamy Peanut Butter Cookies – No Chilling Required
It’s as good as eating a spoonful of peanut butter but maybe even better. A thick cookie that is so soft and […]
Meat Free Monday: Spaghetti Squash with Kale and Tomato
Here is another idea for a Meat Free Monday, it’s squash time! Let’s put more veggies into your meals with this veggie […]
[VIDEO] Small Batch Almond Pistachio & Cranberry Biscotti
Biscotti when done properly could be really addicting. I was inspired to make this because of my obsession with Costco ( a […]
Small Batch Coconut Crème Brûlée in Mason Jars
This smooth and creamy Coconut Creme Brulee is now made to be grab and go. It’s in a mason jar and can […]
30 Holiday Foodie Edible Gift Ideas
Happy Holidays!! Holiday Baking Starts Now… There’s something for everyone, so check it out and watch some of my videos. You can […]
Chocolate Dipped Almond Ball Cookie
Firmly packed Almonds shaped into balls and dipped into a decadent dark chocolate coating. Its nutty, its creamy, its buttery, its simply […]
Mini Meringue Chocolate Kisses
Give in to one of life’s sweet pleasure, sweet, light and airy Chocolate Kisses Meringue dipped in melted chocolate. A very simple […]
Cream of Mushroom Soup For Two
I’ve done mushroom soup quite a lot of time, changing little things here and there to make it slightly different every time. […]
Glazed Ricotta Cheese Loaf
This Lemon Ricotta Cheese Loaf has a nice moist texture, it is creamy with subtle lemon and almond flavor. A great breakfast […]
[VIDEO] What You Need to Know About Making Homemade Hot Chocolate
Decadent and sinfully delicious Hot Chocolate, homemade from the comfort of your own home. Drink as much as you like, because this […]
[VIDEO] Chocolate Fudge Cookie, with REAL Chocolate
This Chocolate Fudge Cookie or Brownie Cookie is one sure way to satisfy your chocolate craving. It is beautiful inside and out, […]
10 Essential Baking Tools For Small Batch Baking
How often do you see recipes online that calls for 5 cups of flour or 1 cup of butter or 1 cup […]
Meat Free Monday: Baked Mushroom Omelette For Two
I have something easy and delicious breakfast for us today. It’s an oven Baked Mushroom Omelette, baked in ramekins. They’re pretty awesome […]
[VIDEO] Small Batch Everything Bagel: Simplified and Ready in 1 Hour!
This Everything Bagel is ready in one hour! It’s homemade and simplified version without the baking soda solution, but it is […]
Chicken with Tomato and Olives Stew
Easy breezy weeknight dinner is right before your eyes. This Chicken with Tomato and Olive Stew is one quick meal to make […]
Small Batch Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges
I love french fries especially when they are still hot and crispy. The perfect moment for me is when it just got […]
[VIDEO] Explore Philippines: Explore Bohol Attractions in 1 Day
Welcome to Bohol, The City of Chocolate Hills♥♥ and MORE! Just because you don’t have much time to spend doesn’t mean you […]
Moutabel – Mediterranean Spicy Egg Plant Dip
Holiday is fast approaching and a simple appetizer dip that is sure to be a hit is this Mediterranean Eggplant Dip or […]
Meat Free Monday: Single Serving Baked Sweet Potato & Egg Breakfast Boat
A warm filling breakfast fit for cold rainy or snowy day. This Baked Sweet Potato & Egg Breakfast Boat was my most […]
Easy Almond Lace Cookies
This really thin and crunchy Almond Lace Cookie is absolutely addictive! They are made butter, sugar, Almond Flour and chopped Almonds. They […]
Small Batch Green Onion & Cheddar Drop Biscuit (Makes 3 – 4 Biscuits)
Breakfast are meant to be enjoyed, what better way to enjoy it by having this flavorful, delicious Feta and Green Onion Drop […]
Explore British Columbia: When the Leaves Fall
Fall is such a wonderful time of the year to appreciate the vibrant changing colors of the leaves. Change is inevitable, so […]
Classic French Toast, Breakfast Made Easy!
French Toast, however you make it, whatever you serve it with, it is simply amazing! A breakfast worth waking up. Rise and […]
Single Serving Mashed Sweet Potato Oatmeal
If you’re looking for a really filling Oatmeal variation, try this Mashed Sweet Potato Oatmeal. It’s a smooth mashed sweet potato (all […]
Coconut Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Because some days calls for and easy soup that is ready in 15 minutes, and this is that kind of soup. Quick, […]
Meat Free Monday: Whole Roasted Garlic & Herbs Cauliflower
Whole Roasted Garlic and Herbs Cauliflower is a simple easy side dish that could go with anything on your table. Chicken, Salmon, […]
Awesome Simple Thanksgiving Side Dish & Bread Recipes
Because Thanksgiving is just few weeks away, I thought I’d share with you some of my favorite simple and easy side dish. […]
Dinner For Two: One Pan Mexican Chicken and Quinoa
One pan dinner is a total life saver for busy days. Put everything in one pan, simmer and serve. This Mexican Chicken […]
[VIDEO] Caramelized Banana
This Caramelized Banana is such a simple and easy dessert to make. A sweet ripe banana slowly cook in brown sugar and […]
[VIDEO] Explore Bohol Philippines: Loboc River Lunch Buffet Cruise
Today I’m taking a break and will be sharing with you an out of the kitchen post. More than that, I would […]
Meat Free Monday Packed Lunch Idea: Green Goddess Salad
Let`s go clean and green with his hearty all green salad to go. This is a simple Green Goddess Salad tossed in […]
Shrimp Stew in Coconut Sauce
This Shrimp Tomato Stew in Coconut Sauce is truly a seafood lovers dream come true. It has a nice tomato coconut sauce, […]
[VIDEO] Small Batch Homemade Garlic and Herbs Croutons
No bread goes to waste with this Homemade Garlic Croutons Recipe. Ditch the store-bought croutons and make your own instead, it’s super […]
[VIDEO] Explore Bohol Philippines: World National Heritage Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Philippines
One of the major attraction of Bohol City in Philippines is the Chocolate Hills. Having said that, a visit to Bohol is […]
Meat Free Monday: Baked Crunchy Tofu Avocado Wrap
This Crispy Baked Tofu & Avocado Wrap was filled with lettuce, avocado, cheese and crunchy baked tofu that was coated with Panko […]
Pickled Beets and Onions
This vibrant Pickled Beets and Onion is sure to capture your attention. It is deeply red, it has a nice balance salty, […]
Sweet Potato Casserole For Two
A budget friendly, simple and delicious side dish perfect for the holidays. This Sweet Potato Casserole was cooked, topped with crunchy pecan […]
Explore Virginia: A Visit to Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia USA
Someone suggested that I visit Arlington National Cemetery when I was in Virginia. My first reaction was silence, followed by “really’? a […]
