Fort Bragg and Noyo Harbor’s Best Fish & Chips
A Culinary Road Trip : Mendocino (Part 2)
When we had finished dinner the sun was almost set. I had been studying the map of the area before and during our arrival in Mendocino. “Let’s go here” I said as I pointed to a road just blocks away that looped along the coast. I knew there would be an incredible view.
Introducing … My Fall Menu!
I’m really happy and excited about this one. This is the newest menu I’ve written and it truly is one of my favorites. We all love the coziness of Fall - my Turkey Confit Pot Pie has been a Thanksgiving favorite for my clients. I want to find words to say but I think the menu speaks for itself. So, here it is!
A Culinary Road Trip : Mendocino (Part 1)
I knew and chose where to stop in Philo and Boonville, but I had no idea that was in THEE Anderson Valley in Mendocino County. I’ve lived in St. Helena (Napa Valley) before which was marvelous, but this wine country was so beautiful and different!
A CSA Box Guide
We all love the idea of the Farmer’s Market - they’re great! But let’s be real - you have other weekend commitments, life happens, and sometimes you just want to sleep in! Most of us want to be healthier and get quality ingredients, but making it to the farmer’s market every single weekend isn’t always feasible. This is where CSA boxes come in. I encourage anyone and everyone to get a subscription, especially if you live in California!
Farm to Your Table
Many restaurants are "Farm to Table", but what does that even mean? All restaurants can be farm to table because farms are where crops and animals grow. But is it a good farm? Who sows into it and why? It might be certified "organic", but are they still using other unsafe and unethical practices that are just as bad as using chemical pesticides?
Knowing what's what can be confusing, and honestly at times I still get confused, too. There is always much to learn
A Culinary Road Trip Through the California North Coast
I just got back from a 5 day road trip to Mendocino, through Humboldt, Klamath and Crescent City, and back. With my professional experience in the culinary world and also as a certified Travel Agent - I curated a very detailed itinerary that we followed exactly. It was the best trip ever!
Chef Michelle vs Other Private Chefs
There are plenty of personal and private chefs in the Silicon Valley, South Bay Area and beyond. When you need a chef for your dinner party, how do you choose?
Beyond The Trend: Why Tinned Fish is a Filipino Way Of Life
For myself and other Filipinos, tinned fish isn’t a trend - it’s a lifestyle.
Naturally “Organic” - A Philippines Way Of Life
It's just different in the countrysides of the Philippines. Juicy and vibrant fruits abundantly growing in the front yards. They don't know what "organic" produce is because that's what nature is.