I launched this blog in 2008. My mini-me.
Gray day reflections as the fall semester ends
December 5, 2009
I'm looking for something, mucking around in my feelings and the things I need to do -- and be. Thank goodness for the people and cats who make up my community and keep me sane.
Chinese vegetarian restaurant in Chinatown!
October 18, 2009
Buddha Bodai is a Chinatown outpost for the popular Chinese vegetarian restaurant in Flushing, Queens. The food here is cut above the norm. Worth trying!
My recipe for the best sesame noodles ever
July 4, 2009
I'm known for my incredible sesame noodles. My recipe is fast, easy, delicious and inexpensive. Make this crowd-pleaser for less than $5.
How and where to eat Vietnamese food
May 26, 2009
Thai Son is a great place to eat authentic Vietnamese food in Chinatown. My cousins, who are from Vietnam took me there and showed me all the ways to wrap, roll and chew on this tasty cuisine. It's one of the few places they'll go to when they're not in the mood to do their own cooking.
How to make delicious, idiot-proof Asian-style salmon
January 26, 2009
Try this fast, cheap, easy recipe for Asian-style broiled or grilled salmon. The secret is in the hoisin sauce or teriyaki sauce. Delicious with rice or slivered into a salad.
Fast & easy recipe: how to make miso soup
December 31, 2008
How to make your own miso soup -- cheap, fast and easy recipe. Japanese soup that's homemade with nourishing tofu, seaweed, miso and scallions for garnish.