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Friday, May 1, 2026

Stir-Fried Eggplant with Oyster Mushrooms

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Eggplant is a favorite ingredient in many vegetarian dishes, from salads and braises to simple stir-fries with mushrooms.   The secret to a ...

Learning Not to Become Too Attached to Anyone

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After a few years on the spiritual path, I began to feel as though I was gradually moving away from people—or perhaps people were drifting a...
Saturday, April 25, 2026

Roast Duck

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You’ll often see beautifully lacquered roast ducks hanging in the windows of Asian markets, their deep mahogany skin almost impossible to re...
Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Sausage Stir-Fry

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This quick and flavorful stir-fry is perfect for busy days. Using pre-cooked chicken sausage—such as the pineapple-flavored variety from Cos...
Friday, April 17, 2026

Cilantro Pesto

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Pesto is one of the easiest ways to elevate everyday cooking.  A spoonful can brighten meatballs, add depth to grilled fish, or become a qui...
Friday, April 10, 2026

Sweet Potato Muffins

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I make these sweet potato muffins every fall—they’re soft, naturally sweet, and full of cozy flavor.   Adapted from a pumpkin muffin recipe,...
Tuesday, April 7, 2026

White Beans and Tuna Salad

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This simple Spanish-inspired salad is one of my favorite quick meals—light, nourishing, and full of protein and fiber.   Most kitchens alrea...
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I was born in Vietnam. My mother, several of my 9 siblings, and I were able to reunite with my father in Chicago in 1984. He escaped with the Americans when South Vietnam was overtaken by the communist North Vietnam in 1975. I took college courses while working not only as the hostess and server in my family's restaurant but also as an extra hand in the kitchen. After becoming a naturalized US citizen, I later worked as a server and an assistant manager at California Pizza Kitchen. I relocated to Washington State in 2002. Most of my family now live in California.
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