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Our good friends live on a couple acre property here in Petaluma. They have chickens, pigmy goats and miniature ponies. They plant a huge garden every spring and every fall their persimmon trees explode. We’re so lucky we get to enjoy the bounty from their property! I love persimmon flavor, and I’m always looking for […]

Persimmon Butter

November 23, 2020

But babyYou hardly even noticeWhen I try to show you thisSong is meant to keep youDoin’ what you’re supposed toWakin’ up too earlyMaybe we could sleep inMake you banana pancakesPretend like it’s the weekend nowWe could pretend it all the timeCan’t you see that it’s just rainin’There ain’t no need to go outside Banana Pancakes […]

Gluten Free Banana Pancakes

April 6, 2020

A side angle shot of a stack of banana pancakes with fresh berries

Mexican food never gets old for me. I truly could eat it everyday and never tire of it. Yet, I do believe my body would disagree. The enchiladas are wrapped in thinly sliced Zucchini instead of tortillas which makes the dish low-carb and gluten free. I love this recipe because you really don’t miss the […]

Zucchini Enchiladas

February 20, 2020

A few weeks ago I had the best pumpkin curry soup from the Whole Foods soup bar. The moment I tasted this soup I knew I wanted to make it myself so I snapped a pic of the ingredients list. Thank you Whole Foods for posting this! After a few rounds of testing a I […]

Vegan Pumpkin Curry Soup

January 19, 2020

Bowl of pumpkin curry soup with croutons and pomegranate seeds

This apple and pear galette is the fruit of your suggestions from my newsletter last month, and I’m super happy with how it turned out! It has nearly half the sugar and calories than a regular slice of pie, but just as much flavor. I tested this recipe many times, more than I test most […]

Apple & Pear Galette

December 17, 2019

Cooked apple and pear galette on a cooling rack

Classic Chicken Salad with celery, green onions and grapes. Light-on-the-mayo- and packed tarragon, garlic and lemon. Do I have your attention? Great, here’s a new recipe for you! I made this for for Mila’s first birthday last year and am just getting around to posting it (insert wide-eyed emoji here). I made mini sandwiches on […]

Tarragon Chicken Salad

July 24, 2019

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!

"a resource for foodies and wellness seekers