Kura Sushi is the latest trend sweeping the nation – or at least sweeping Seattle/Bellevue, WA. Kura Sushi originated in Japan and has made its way to the United States! It is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant where you can grab something from the rotating belt, or order and have it delivered to your table.Continue reading “Kura Sushi”
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Triple Berry Shortbread Crumble Bars
Summer isn’t over yet, which means you still have a few more weeks of delicious, fresh berries. And you need to make this recipe before summer ends! This crumble is buttery, tart, and sweet. It is everything you want in a dessert and it is so easy to make, which makes it taste even better!Continue reading “Triple Berry Shortbread Crumble Bars”
Shrimp + Veggie Stir Fry
Who doesn’t love an easy dinner? If you said no, then I don’t believe you. As much as I love cooking and being in the kitchen, there are days where I just want something I can cook quickly that is still wholesome and tastes delicious! This is one of those dishes – it comes togetherContinue reading “Shrimp + Veggie Stir Fry”
Can Bar
I have been to Can Bar countless times, yet this is the only picture I have taken… perhaps it’s because the food and drinks are too irresistible that I can’t wait. Or perhaps it’s because some nights I just want to live in the moment and forget about my “phone eats first phrase” and enjoyContinue reading “Can Bar”
Raspberry Coconut Bundt with Lemon Glaze
Cake for breakfast anyone? This cake has raspberries, coconut, and lemon so it’s basically a fruit salad, which is healthy, right? I mean sometimes we just deserve a treat for breakfast, or lunch, or dinner and this is the perfect one to make! The cake is moist and light. It is sweet and tart andContinue reading “Raspberry Coconut Bundt with Lemon Glaze”
Tapster
Tapster is a fairly new addition to the Seattle bar scene. It is a self serve bar located in South Lake Union. Although it is self-serve, it’s not a free for all and there are still rules in place to make sure you’re safe! You start by showing the staff your ID and giving themContinue reading “Tapster”
Blistered Basil Tomato Crostini
This recipe is goals. It is perfect for any occasion and any season if you ask me. It is light and bright, which is perfect for the summer; but can also be hearty and warm, which is great for the winter! Tomatoes are always delicious, but these blistered tomatoes are really on a whole newContinue reading “Blistered Basil Tomato Crostini”
BLT Salad with Blackened Ranch Dressing
Who doesn’t love a good BLT – it is such a classic and so simple, yet something about the flavors is so good. I am not sure if it is nostalgia that makes a BLT so delicious or the fact that really anything with bacon is bound to taste amazing. Either way, I love aContinue reading “BLT Salad with Blackened Ranch Dressing”
Spicy Chong Qing
Spicy Chong Qing is a small restaurant located in the Great Wall Mall(really it is a small shopping center with tons of restaurants and an asian grocery store) in Kent, WA. They are open everyday, except Tuesday from 11am-9pm, so you can check them out for lunch or dinner! I found this place a fewContinue reading “Spicy Chong Qing”
Huevos Rancheros
So – is this authentic huevos rancheros? Probably not. But that is what makes cooking so great – you can take staple ingredients of a dish and completely make it your own and make it unique. I love a good huevos rancheros and find myself gravitating towards it everytime we go out for brunch onContinue reading “Huevos Rancheros”