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We’re in the full swing of summer—the season of celebrating sunshine and warmer weather, where weekends are packed with BBQ’s, pool parties, family reunions, camping, boating and everything in between. Guacamole is always a good decision, but it’s really the perfect snack to bring to the 4th of July BBQ you’re heading to tomorrow, or […]

Classic Guacamole

July 3, 2017

Flatlay of a white bowl filled with guacamole on a marble countertop

One of my all-time favorite spring/summer vegetables is Artichoke. As a kid I remember eating them with my Dad, simply boiled and dipped in tons of salted butter—yum! A few weeks ago when I went to a chef friend’s new restaurant, they served them grilled with lemon, a (mystery) seasoning and aioli for dipping. It’s […]

Grilled Artichokes with Butter and Lemon

June 22, 2017

Two artichokes with the tops cut off on a cutting board

The last two months have been a blurry adventure! On March 21st our daughter Mila, came into the world. Words cannot express the joy and awe we’ve felt in her presence these last 60 days. I felt the deepest love and infatuation imaginable and the most frustrated, anxious and overwhelmed in the same day. It’s […]

Acai Berry Bowl or Smoothie

May 21, 2017

Close up of an assembled acai smoothie bowl in a white bowl on a marble counter with a loaf pan of acai puree on the side and an ice cream scoop in the dish

If you’re a regular reader you know how much I love Mediterranean food, and when it comes to hummus there’s no exception. In my opinion hummus is one of the best tasting and healthiest condiments of all time. The first time I tried making hummus myself I was amazed at how easy it was, especially […]

Lemon and Garlic Hummus

March 11, 2017

A close up 3/4 angle shot of a white bowl filled with hummus, olive oil, pine nuts and kalamata olives on a marble counter

A few years ago a friend of mine requested I make no-bake cookies for her bridal shower. At that point I’d never heard of “no-bakes” and had to do a little research to make sure I make the right thing. There’s a handful of different techniques for making them, some more traditional recipes call for […]

Peanut Butter Cocoa No-Bake Cookies

March 2, 2017

A close up shot of a batch of chocolate oatmeal cookies on a baking sheet

My husband Jesse comes from a large Italian family. He was raised on homemade pasta, lots and lots of cheese and of course every meal was accompanied by enough bread to feed a small country. Jesse is a major bread lover. Theres a photo of him as a toddler that I adore, where he’s fallen […]

Chicken and Israeli Couscous Salad with Dill

January 29, 2017

My journey with food and wellness began at my Grandma Eunie’s table, where she inspired my love for cooking with her famous pastries and hearty Midwest meals. Working in restaurants from Seattle to San Francisco, I learned cooking techniques and wine pairings that deepened my culinary passion. This love for sharing food eventually led to the creation of my original blog, Cooking Loves Company as a space for health inspiration and nutritious recipes. My aim is to empower others to find joy in preparing wholesome meals and to make cooking an enjoyable and nourishing part of life.

In 2009, I began my career as an Esthetician in San Francisco, quickly finding my passion in clinical skincare. I spent seven years working alongside Dr. Kathleen Welsh in a top Bay Area dermatology practice, refining my expertise in results-driven skincare techniques like chemical peels, micro-needling, and dermaplaning. Today, I offer holistic skincare treatments that blend relaxation with visible, lasting results, drawing from both my Health Education background and personal wellness journey. Now back in Kirkland, I enjoy cooking for my family, spending time outdoors, and creating new recipes to share with you. Join me on this journey towards radiant health—both in the kitchen and beyond!

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