Adventures in a Chinese- American Kitchen
Author: annathetwinkie
Hi!!! I'm back. We're a week away from March, which means spring is just around the corner! The days seem to be getting warmer; however, that's not saying much considering 5/7 days next week are expected to below freezing. Even though the weather isn't cooperation, there's always room for wishful thinking, right? It's time to … Continue reading Recipes to Spring Forward
Guess what, I'm back again! This time, I decided to dip my fingers into confection and have another great treat for Valentine's day! And... unlike those sticky cookies, these are perfect for giving! So, let's get cooking! Ingredients 3Tbsp butter 1Tbsp peanut butter 1/4 cup sugar 1Tbsp water Directions Line a baking sheet with foil/parchment … Continue reading Recipe Post: Peanut Butter Toffee
Hi!! I'm back from break- just in time for Valentine's Day! I have an easy, delicious recipe to show that someone special (or yourself) some serious love. So, let's get baking! Ingredients: 6Tbsp flour 2Tbsp sugar 2Tbsp peanut butter 3Tbsp butter, cold 1Tbsp milk, more or less as needed 3 tsp Jelly Directions: Preheat oven … Continue reading Recipe Post: PB&J Shortbread
Hi!!! I took a bit of a CNY break last week. With coronavirus raging, the Year of the Rat certainly hasn't gotten off to a great start; however, I sincerely hope everyone is happy and healthy. Unfortunately, there hasn't been much to write with so I'm extending the break for another week. I hope everyone … Continue reading Extended CNY Break
Hi!!!It's time for another celebration- two actually! First and foremost- Little Moochi is in the App Store! That right, it's official. Search Little Moochi or scan the QR code: This accomplishment comes just in time for one of my favourite holidays- Chinese New Year. Technically, it's not for another week, but Pittsburgh celebrates a bit … Continue reading Moochi Wishes Everyone Happy Chinese New Years
Hi!!! The new semester's officially started, and if last semester was great, this one's going to be even more amazing (is that even possible?!) While I could go on ad nosium about how amazing CMU is, I'll stay on track 😉 It's halfway through January and I hope those resolutions are still going strong! One … Continue reading 20 Healthy Recipes for 2020
As promised, I'm back with a special restaurant review! While 2019 was amazing, I 150% can't wait for 2020. Of course, it's very important to get things started on the right foot. What better way than with a spectacularly delicious dinner? Let's get going! LAGO LAGO is a contemporary Italian restaurant by Michelin starred chef … Continue reading New Year’s Dinner at LAGO
Welcome to 2020!!! I honestly can't believe another year (and decade) has passed. I'm only 18, but sometimes, I still feel like that 8 year old who couldn't wait to FINALLY hit double digits 😉 Well, I thought I'd take the opportunity to reflect on the best.. and most delicious... moments of 2019! Best Eats … Continue reading Happy New Years!!!! The Best of 2019 Revisted
Hi!!! I'm back! I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas with full of family, fun and ...of course... FOOD! 2020 is less than 4 days away. Seriously, where has the time gone?! But... before diving headfirst into those resolutions, there's room for (a few) more indulgence right? 😉 Well, I'm here to help. This creamy … Continue reading Recipe Post: The Black Forest
Hi!!! I'm back in Shanghai! Again? That's right. Just 2 days after getting back, we headed out to Hangzhou for a VERY IMPORTANT celebration: GRANDPA'S 80th!!!!!!! To say there's much to celebrate would be a MASSIVE understatement. He's mentored countless students as a professor (they still send him gifts and greetings!), published 12 books and … Continue reading Return to 山外山
