Fluffy

Doggy daycare is having a Jazz party and this is how my dog Fluffy showed up  : )

Unicorn Slippers

I have to tell you nothing beats these soft, fluffy, the happiest looking slippers at the end of a long day..

My Winter Rescue Fav Drink Matcha Chai

I discovered Matcha Chai at Teavana a few months ago and instantly fell in love.  Matcha (premium green tea) is packed with antioxidants and has many other benefits.  And who doesn't love Chai?  I never thought the combination of the two would be so incredibly delicious.  After being obsessed for months and spending much at Teavana (a subsidiary of Starbucks), I decided to DIY and enjoy at the comfort of my own home :)

It was a huge success.  Since then, I've been making it almost daily. Hope you enjoy the pictures as much as I did!  

Step1: Pour a about one shot of TAZO Chai Latte into cup

Step2: Add your choice of milk (or soy) until color fades away (about 60% of cup)

Step3: Microwave for about 50 seconds. Stir until it's foamy. 

Step4: Pour about 2 tablespoon of Matcha into the cup. Add water to about 40% of cup size. Stir until the powder dissolves.  Microwave for about 50 seconds. 

Step5: Add Matcha tea into Chai Latte.  You will see the most beautiful pale green shade.  Enjoy! <3

Raspberry Chocolate Souffle

I have to confess, my hubby is way better than me at baking.  I don't have the discipline to use the recommended amount of sugar or butter (thought process - 2 cups of sugar??? I think NOT).  I also find the idea of using a measuring cup uninspiring (I guess this means I will never be a pastry chef).  On Friday we worked together to create this flourless raspberry bittersweet chocolate souffle, without following any recipe.  It turned out beautifully.  The smell was irresistible, and the souffle was decadent - sweet, bitter, fruity, rich all in one bite.  Given we only used one tablespoon of sugar and butter, I think this will become a regular late night treat.

Step1: Heat up one block of bittersweet chocolate and 1 tablespoon of melted butter or margarine in low heat.  Meanwhile, butter-up the inside of the serving dish.  Cool off the dish in the fridge.
Step2: Turn off the stove.  Mix in one tablespoon of cocoa powder, one tablespoon of sugar, and one whipped egg.
Step3: Blend or crush the raspberries using a fork
Step4: Pour the mixing in the serving dish. Blend in the crushed/blended raspberries.
Step5: Bake for 20 min @ 350F

I was playing around with the settings, and I just love how this picture turned out.