It’s finally spring, and it’s cherry blossom season!
My sister and I were in the park the other day enjoying all the cherry blossoms in bloom. They don’t last for long so definitely enjoy it while you can.
What plans do you have for this weekend?
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Wallflower Weekly Finds, 107
Turning 30 years old is definitely not what I expected. This year was pretty low key. We didn’t really celebrate. Instead we had lunch at Yard House and kind of left it at that. We’ve been so stressed out over my grandma’s funeral, I haven’t had time to do or think about anything else.
The night of my birthday, I stayed up late to finish the scrapbook that I made for our family. Just like a little album full of photos of us with our grandma. I felt we needed something like that to reminsce, especially since our grandma loved photos and showing off her family to everyone. I thought it would be a good way to honor her memory.
Have you tried Project Life to make your scrapbooks? It makes my life so much easier, but the supplies are a little expensive.
Wallflower Weekly Finds, 101
Last weekend was Lunar New Year. We spent the day visiting family and friends and temples. And of course, we did a lot of eating.
There were so many firecrackers being lit throughout the weekend, especially in the San Jose area.
And the ground was like a sea of red and pink confetti!
And aren’t these candies so cute?!
Wallflower Weekly Finds, 97
It’s been raining soo much lately. If it’s not raining, it’s super cold, and dark, and gloomy. But, it’s said to be storming this weekend in the Bay Area. Which would be perfect for hot tea and a good book. Or maybe hot chocolate?
What are you doing this weekend?
2016 Recipe Fails
It’s the end of the year, so I thought we could finish up with… my 2016 recipe fails!
Obviously all the photos on my blog are meant to be enticing and are styled and edited to be that way. Otherwise, you might not look twice at them.
But throughout the year, there are many, and I mean many, recipes that didn’t make it onto the blog at all. Sometimes the flavors are just awful, sometimes the dish tastes good but isn’t photogenic. And of course, there are the every day meals that aren’t meant for the blog that didn’t turn out so well either.
Lots of caked on burnt foods in my skillets. Thankfully I have baking soda on hand to help dissolve all the inedible… things.
So I’m sharing with you, the not so great recipes of 2016. I’ll be honest. It’s sort of fun in a therapeutic kind of way to share these photos with you. I spend so much time creating recipes and trying to make them look appetizing. But sometimes, it’s impossible. And yet, I still try. As you can see below. At least they weren’t a complete waste of time since they get a place here. Lol.
Roasted Garlic Romanesco with Fresh Herbs
Romanesco tossed with olive oil, minced garlic, and salt then roasted until slightly browned and charred. This roasted garlic Romanesco with fresh herbs is simple yet delicious, perfect alone or as a side.
I love that I live in a city where the farmer’s market is accessible. Just a little over a year ago, they started a farmer’s market in my neighborhood so now it’s much more convenient for me to go. I don’t have to travel across the city to browse the farmer’s market for amazing finds. As much as I love the Ferry Building Farmer’s Market, an hour long trip one way takes too much time. So the convenience is very much appreciated.
The best part about shopping the farmer’s market is that you can stumble across fruits and vegetables that you have never seen or heard of before. Like the pineapple guava, or the feijoa, the sweet edible flower of the pineapple guava, and of course, the romanesco, just to name a few.
There are just some things you won’t find at your local supermarket.
Roasted Summer Vegetable Spring Roll Bowls with Tamarind Sesame Vinaigrette
Rice vermicelli tossed with roasted asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, mixed greens, and fresh herbs. This roasted summer vegetable spring roll bowls with tamarind sesame vinaigrette is delicious and refreshing, perfect for hot summer days.
Happy Monday!
Today, I’m sharing vegan spring roll bowls with you!
Spring rolls are one of my favorite meals.
Filled with simple ingredients, it’s so refreshing and healthy without tasting like it’s healthy.
Spring rolls have so much texture from different vegetables and herbs and so much flavor when dipped in the accompanying sauce.
I made a version of spring roll bowls several weeks ago: garlic shrimp spring roll bowls with garlic tamarind vinaigrette. Savory and still refreshing, it was my favorite dish for a long while.
But this time, I wanted to make a vegan version so that everyone could enjoy it.
I love that these spring roll bowls take so little time to make. I grew up making spring rolls so it’s really easy for me to wrap them, but I do know how frustrating it can be when the rice paper sticks to itself. Or even worse, when you think you’re at the verge of success, and suddenly the spring roll splits down the middle and your hard work starts to spill all over. It’s one of those Ugh! moments.
So why not simplify it?
Why not have all that goodness served in a single bowl? No mess. No frustration.
Spring roll bowls. Yes, please.
Wallflower Weekly Finds, 78
My friend Emily, from Emily’s Daily, and I wanted to take a little break from the chaos of work and life. So we decided to indulge ourselves with a fancy-ish meal at M.Y. China, a Martin Yan brand restaurant located at the top of the Westfield San Francisco Centre. What we really wanted to come for was to try their Asian inspired dessert.
In the end, we ordered three entrees and one dessert. As usual, we were a little greedy and ordered more than we should have because we always want to try everything. Picture two girls with a ton of dishes on a table that’s too small to fit everything. That’s almost always how Emily and I eat.
We ordered the Cauliflower and Portobello Mushroom with Hoisin Glaze, the Da Dao “Knife Cut” Fish Noodles with Seafood and Vegetables, and Jasmine Tea Smoked Sea Bass with a Honey Glaze.
I actually have no idea why the noodles were called fish noodles. There wasn’t any fish in the dish that I could see. Every dish was delicious.
And of course, dessert! Lychee Panna Cotta with Chrysanthemum Granita and Mint Essence. I was immediately in love with the flavor.
Now, how do I make this at home?
Wallflower Weekly Finds, 77
Since my sister Victoria and I have been staying at a hotel in Oakland to keep our sister Angela company and provide support while she takes her exam, I haven’t had a chance to write up a post for today. Spotty wifi and no laptop means almost electronic free. So I’m posting my weekly finds early this week.
While we were in Oakland, Victoria and I decided that we might as well find the best eats around us.
Oakland is just across the bridge from SF. But we rarely ever head in that direction. Sometimes, I don’t feel the traffic across the Bay Bridge is worth it.
One of the places we tried is the Cook and the Farmer. The name itself caught my attention.
We tried the Oakland’s Own Po Boy, crispy fried oysters with creamy coleslaw in a soft Acme bun; their soup of the day, Summer Squash Soup with Tomato and Basil; and their fresh lemonade.
Wallflower Weekly Finds, 66
It’s graduation weekend for my family!
Both of my sisters are graduating this weekend. One of my sisters, Angela, graduated from law school earlier today. So proud of her <3 Still one more to go tomorrow!
The ceremony took place at Davies Symphony Hall.
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