When I was growing up, for some reason or the other (creativity? laughs? the unbridled joy of childhood?), my sister and her friend used to always say “Swiss Chard and Rutebega” in a ridiculous, prentitious, quasi-British accent. I never [...]
On Sunday I woke up and inspired by my roommate who was cleaning the room, full nesting mode was on. After a quick trip to the gym (going to the gym for Sophie is a rare occurrence and has never persisted for more than half an hour. [...]
Long time no blog, I know, I know.
The truth is I’ve been beyond mad busy with work, and enjoying summertime in the city.
But the real excuse is that a full time job + tutoring on the side + fast food too often [...]
Ah, home sweet home! After a grueling exams week, I’m finally back in Jersey. Well, for a week at least–I move in to start my summer fellowship program Sunday (more on that later).
Of [...]
chocolate banana swirl muffins
Here’s a fun and delicious alternative to a sweet breakfast staple: banana bread with a (chocolate) twist! To make Monday mornings a bit brighter, I also used a cute heart shaped tin to bake the muffins [...]
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Pie.
Oh my goodness.
So rich.
So good.
And so easy! Did I mention it’s no-bake? And vegan!
Here’s how:
I love mushrooms and have been meaning for the longest time to try my hand at making Portobello burgers!
The results, as suspected, were fantastic–the mushrooms are meaty and juicy and full of flavor from the marinade, [...]












