Enjoy creamy iced tea swirled with almond milk in this vegan version of the famed Thai iced tea. I know what you are thinking. An iced tea recipe in December? Well, if you live in the south, it shouldn’t surprise you that much. I mean, it has been touching 80 degrees Fahrenheit lately, no kidding….
Caramelized Onion & Cream Cheese Phyllo Bites
Thank you Gloria Ferrer for sponsoring this post. Elevate your everyday entertaining this season with Gloria Ferrer wines! Crisp mini phyllo tarts filled with soft cream cheese and caramelized onions pair excellently with sparkling wine to make easy and enticing party appetizers. When it comes to entertaining, if you are anything like me, you can rock…
Rocky Road Brownies
Fudgy dark chocolate brownies are topped with marshmallows, chocolate chips and assortment of nuts to make this irresistible Rocky Road Brownie dessert. Hey y’all! I hope you are in the mood for something decadent. I also hope that you have a childish streak in you. Because today’s dessert is fun, delicious and utterly divine. Who…
Asian Inspired Whole Roasted Chicken
This Asian-inspired whole roasted chicken is spicy, succulent and bursting with flavors; the perfect centerpiece for a small family’s Thanksgiving & Holiday meal. Can you believe it’s almost Thanksgiving? And then it will be Christmas?! I guess it’s time to get my act together and plan this year’s menu. I remember the first time that we…
Chinese Hot & Sour Soup With Dumplings
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Love Chinese hot and sour soup, but hate the gloopy texture in restaurants? Why not make your own with a simple homemade broth, tender-crisp vegetables and silky egg ribbons? Makes a great appetizer or light meal. I love…
Coconut Burfi {Indian Coconut Fudge}
Coconut burfi is one of the most popular Indian sweets around festival time. Get the fast and easy recipe to make perfectly set coconut burfi every time. Coconut burfi or thenga burfi is one of my most favorite sweet treats ever. I’ve only ever had it homemade with freshly grated coconut, flavored with freshly pounded…
Thai Coconut-Braised Chicken & Potatoes
Thank you Potatoes USA for sponsoring this post. Make a delicious and convenient meal for your family tonight with potatoes! Oven-braising in delicious Thai-spiced coconut milk makes the juiciest chicken and creamiest potatoes. Who doesn’t love roast chicken and potatoes for dinner?! Winner, winner, chicken dinner, and with potatoes. Now, that’s a true winner combo!…
Badusha/Balushahi {Mini Indian Doughnuts}
Badusha or balushahi are soft, flaky deep-fried pastries dunked in a sticky cardamom and rose flavored syrup. Celebrate Diwali with this delicious homemade Indian sweet! It’s that time of year again, when the night air has a slight nip to it and the days are ever so shorter. Yes, fall is definitely here. And with fall,…
Watermelon-Jalapeño Agua Fresca
Hold on to summer just a while longer with this refreshing, zingy watermelon agua fresca with the spicy kick of jalapeños. I was cleaning up my drafts folder when I found the pictures for this recipe. And since it is still September (read: summer) in Texas, I thought I’d share it on the blog without…
Cherry Lemon Spritzer
A refreshing beverage made with fresh cherry-lemon syrup and topped with sparkling water is perfect for the warm days. Sip on it on a lazy evening, serve it at parties or your late summer barbecue cookout! I love Labor Day weekend. It is a welcome pause after a hectic first week of school. This weekend…
Strawberry Cheesecake Popsicles
Stay cool this summer with these creamy and delicious strawberry cheesecake popsicles. Just 5 ingredients and a quick blitz in the blender gives you a delicious frozen treat! I have a quick frozen treat recipe to share with you guys today. I really enjoy making homemade popsicles in summer, because how fun are they to…
Sabja Nimbu Pani {Lemonade With Sweet Basil Seeds}
Fresh lemonade is the absolute best thing to sip on a warm day, don’t you think? So when life hands you lemons, make this refreshing sabja nimbu pani or Indian lemonade with fresh mint and sweet basil seeds. Classic lemonade needs no introduction at all. I have fond memories of childhood summer days spent guzzling…