CHERRY TOMATO CONFIT

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GIFTS FROM THE GARDEN / JULY - SEP

David Austin's Roses that I planted last valentine's bloomed for the first time this summer.  more

'ADDENDUM' BY THOMAS KELLER

If you want to have a quick and easy lunch in Napa Valley, I recommend 'addendum' produced by Thomas Keller, the multiple michelin chef. more

DAY TRIP TO NAPA

The Beringer Vineyards is the oldest winery in California.

This victorian mansion was built in 1884.

We took a stroll around the beautiful garden. more

DHARMA'S RESTAURANT / VEGAN FOOD

I'm not vegan but sometimes I try to cleanse my body with vegan food.

Organic vegan restaurant "Dharma's" opened in Santa Cruz over 30 years ago and has been loved by local vegan people. more

WEEKEND IN SANTA CRUZ

We frequently go to Santa Cruz.

My son started surfing with my husband.

The sea is one of favorite play area for my children! more

BIRTHDAY CAKE FOR MY DAUGHTER

When I found these lovely mushroom candles a few years ago, I decided to make this 'Black Forest Stump Cake' for my daughter's 4 year old Birthday,

My kids seem to like it. more

PAN FRIED TROUT WITH CAPER & PINE NUTS

recipe

UFO CLOUD ON MT. SHASTA

I went to Shasta again for a meditation retreat.

After a meditation session on the last day, we saw a big UFO cloud on top of Mt. Shasta!!

It was amazing.  more

ELIZABETH F. GAMBLE GARDEN / CALIFORNIA

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden is a hidden gem in San Francisco Bay Area.

It’s located in a residential area by Stanford University.  more

GLAMPING IN SHASTA

We got a bell tent and went glamping!!

We stayed by McCloud Falls in Shasta.

Healed by the sound of the river...  more