April 20, 2007

Favorite places to shop, dine, and frequent in the Bay Area

This is "omurice" (Japanese-style omelette rice topped with demiglace sauce) from Clover Bakery in San Jose. Last night I found two teabags of my favorite organic mulberry tea and enjoyed it alongside my pastries filled with spicy fish roe... [Read more]


April 19, 2007

Movies made for Food Lovers

The movies and dramas I enjoy most involve food. I love stories that center around cooking and people coming together to eat. It's even better when they take time to admire the dishes or ingredients.... [Read more]


April 15, 2007

Vivienne Westwood Fashion Exhibit @ The De Young Museum

Truly stunning and breathtaking! Some pieces really stood out amongst the others and I wish I could have taken photos. I spotted at least two suits, five dresses, and a handful of corsets that I would love to own... [Read more]


April 14, 2007

Another year of being symptom-free from hyperthyroidism / Graves

Last Thursday I went in for my annual blood test to check TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) levels. Yesterday I received word from the doctor that my levels are normal. It's been nearly five years since I was diagnosed with Graves... [Read more]


Paraben / preservative - free skincare video

http://tinyurl.com/34lg8w This is the recent video release that features the new preservative-free skincare line. Personally, I like the Japanese version better; however, this was well done also. If you're local to me, live in the Bay Area (California), and would... [Read more]


April 10, 2007

Iron Supplements

To get the most out of iron supplements, avoid taking them with coffee, tea or milk. These beverages contain substances that can inhibit the absorption of iron. Wait 90 minutes or more to drink coffee, tea or milk, after... [Read more]


April 8, 2007

Nature's Air Filters

Did you know that there are a number of indoor plants that can help improve the air quality of your home? NASA, along with the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) conducted a clean air study on plants that... [Read more]