If you’ve ever craved something silky, comforting, and ridiculously easy, Chinese steamed eggs deserve a permanent spot in your weeknight lineup. Think of them as a savory custard—velvety, subtle, and endlessly adaptable. They’re common in Chinese homes because they’re quick, nourishing, and forgiving. I like to call them the culinary equivalent of a warm hug that also happens to be low-cal and protein-packed…
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If you haven’t met Mayak eggs yet, prepare for a love affair. These silky, soy-marinated eggs are the Korean (side dish) that are tiny flavor bombs — punchy, salty-sweet, garlicky, a little tangy, and dangerously addictive. “Mayak” literally means “drug" in Korean, and the name is accurate: one bite and you’ll be coming back for more…
Read MoreChocolate Cherry Cheesecake 'Magic Pop'
If dessert was a party and you wanted to show up guilt-free but still get everyone to ooh and aah, this Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake 'Magic Pop' is your guest of honor. Think creamy cheesecake vibes, bright-tart cherries, and a fudgy chocolate kiss — all layered over a crispy, wholesome rice cake base. It’s light, quick to assemble, and packs the kind of flavor that makes people suspiciously ask for two bites. Spoiler: give them two bites…
Read MoreSkinny 'Starbucks' Protein Bistro Box
What can I say? I used to be a Starbucks fanatic.
I once had a serious relationship with the Skinny Cinnamon Dulce Latte for nearly as long as I can remember. It's a lot more rare that I actually get anything to eat from there, and when I do... I always try to stick to things that are not in that lovely 'baked goods' display case perched so blissfully next to the cashier.
No, no. I dive downward into the cooler section and avoid eye contact with those pastries as if they were Medusa herself.
Read MoreMediterranean Lunch Plate
If lunchtime is your chance to recharge, keep cravings at bay, and maybe sneak in a little sunshine on your plate, the Mediterranean lunch plate is your new best friend. Think vibrant, balanced, and unpretentiously delicious: a mix of fresh vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats, and bright herbs. It’s the type of meal that makes you feel virtuous without tasting like rabbit food…
Read MoreMushroom & Toasted Walnut Salad + Truffle Vinaigrette
Meet your new favorite side (or main, if you’re feeling fancy and carbo-loading on crusty bread): a mushroom-forward salad that’s earthy, crunchy, and dressed in a truffle vinaigrette so good it will make you whisper “wow” into your napkin. It’s healthy but indulgent — the kind of guilt-free deliciousness we live for. Think meaty mushrooms, crisp greens, toasted walnuts for that addictive snap, and a vinaigrette with just enough truffle personality to steal the show…
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