Photographs of the final dish. Roasted Chestnut and Almond Cookies. Fresh Ricotta, Parmigiano and Ramp Wafers. Mache and Farro Salad with Salmon. Curried Yam and Apple Soup. My Soft-Shelled Blue Crab with Mango and Arugula Salad. 1 c apple cider vinegar.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012. It has been a while. I have really wanted to add to my blog but life has taken a few turns and frankly, there has not been the time. I started a new job back in August, or more accurately, had somewhat of a career change. So partly I have been busier, but more importantly, I have been learning a lot of new stuff and I have found it hard to concentrate on my creative pursuits. So on with the latest post.

For many years, I succumbed to the commercialism of this holiday, usually in the form of a depressed single woman with no date for the big day. I quadrupled the cookie dough recipe.

The culinary explorations of a new college graduate. I came across a cute and minimalist hole-in-the-wall cafe this morning while walking around the neighborhood near Wanfang Hospital MRT in Wenshan District, Taipei. The background decor is colorful and vibrant, giving the place a fun vibe despite the small space and old furnishings.