Every so often I like to make a wholesome, satisfying meal that doesn’t demand a lot of hands-on time. This roast chicken with balsamic bell peppers is exactly that: flavorful, light, and simple enough for a weeknight dinner. It combines roasted chicken breasts with a sweet-tangy pepper topping, creating a balanced plate that’s both nourishing … Read more

High-protein overnight oats are a simple, make-ahead breakfast that works especially well for busy mornings and meal prep. No cooking is required—combine the ingredients, refrigerate overnight, and they are ready to eat the next morning. You can keep them plain and straightforward or top them with fruit, nut butter, seeds, or a sprinkle of chocolate. … Read more

Visiting Oʻahu in August? Enjoy Honolulu highlights like Duke’s OceanFest, the Korean Festival and the Okinawan Festival. Duke Kahanamoku Statue. Credit: AevanStock Things to Do in Waikīkī, Honolulu, Oʻahu in August 2026 Browse this curated calendar of festivals, markets and community events happening across Oʻahu in August 2026. From outdoor concerts and cultural festivals to … Read more

These Slow Cooker Flank Steak Sliders are absolutely irresistible — tender, juicy flank steak piled on toasted buns with melted cheese. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, weeknight dinners get a whole lot easier. (Originally posted September 23, 2019) I tasted these sliders for the first time at my parents’ cabin over … Read more

If you love cozy, comforting soups, Carne en Su Jugo is a hearty Mexican dish of tender beef, pinto beans, and crisp bacon simmered in a bright, flavorful broth. Warm corn tortillas are perfect on the side for dipping and making small soupy tacos. Carne en Su Jugo means “meat in its juices.” This Jalisco-style … Read more

This Matcha Cream Pie combines a flaky all-butter pie crust, a thin dark chocolate barrier, a silky matcha pastry cream, and a light vanilla‑bean whipped cream topping. The chocolate lining seals the crust so it stays crisp and adds a subtle chocolate note to every bite. Once the chocolate sets, the vibrant matcha pastry cream … Read more

This photo shows me with Diane Cu of White on Rice Couple on a Sunday afternoon. It feels surreal to share this, but I want to be clear about what happened and what I learned. You might assume that, as a professional food writer, recipe developer and cooking instructor in my late thirties, I’d instinctively … Read more

An epicurean adventure to: China If you want a light, refreshing meal or appetizer, try Yuk Sung. These classic Chinese lettuce wraps feature a fragrant ground-meat filling wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Packed with vegetables and ready in under 30 minutes, they deliver big flavor in small, handheld bites. Often called San Choy Bow or … Read more

These Air Fryer Radishes are incredibly simple to prepare and require only a handful of ingredients. They make a colorful, low-carb, and low-calorie side that crisps up nicely in the air fryer and pairs well with a wide range of main dishes. Table of Contents Air Fryer Radishes Why you’ll love this Air Fryer Radishes … Read more

These almond flour chocolate chip cookies are everything a cookie should be: soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate. Even my kids couldn’t resist. I have high standards for cookies—no one wants a lackluster treat. These almond flour chocolate chip cookies deliver crackled tops, golden edges, and tender, chewy centers. They hold together beautifully while still … Read more