Salads

Asian Rice Salad

This is a great salad for entertaining over the summer. You can easily double or triple it for a large party, and it makes for a beautiful presentation. I love the bright colors that make this dish a real showstopper. I know that the dressing has Asian flavors, but you can pair it will just… Continue reading Asian Rice Salad

Main Courses

Asian Braised Short Ribs

This is absolutely one of my favorite recipes on my blog so far. I love having a big meat entree for a dinner party, but things like prime rib and some roasts end up being served room temperature and even cold. If I'm having a dinner in the winter, and I want the food hot. Braised… Continue reading Asian Braised Short Ribs

Soups Stews and Chilis

Ramen Noodle Bowl

Ramen is the reason I live. My sister and I have scoured cities near and far to find the absolute best ramen in the world. I wanted to make it at home, and to be honest it's quite an undertaking. Some of the best ramen restaurants, including Momofuku in New York City, spend days making their… Continue reading Ramen Noodle Bowl

Main Courses

Vegetarian Red Curry

I think most people are hesitant to eat vegetarian meals because they assume they will still be hungry afterwards. Like Ryan likes to claim... "where's the rest?". In all fairness, I've ordered vegetarian entrees in restaurants and felt starving. Most restaurants seem to think that putting together the three vegetable side dishes of the day… Continue reading Vegetarian Red Curry