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Nothing represents summer quite like fresh, ripe watermelon. This classic recipe is one you’ll go back to all summer long. The juicy watermelon, the salty feta, the sweet basil and mint with crunchy, spicy jalapeno create the perfect bite. This recipe couldn’t be simpler with only 5 ingredients and zero actual cooking which is ideal […]

Watermelon and Feta Salad with Basil and Mint

July 4, 2019

This is a great recipe that I make for a my family and clients every week.Start with old fashioned rolled oats (I always use Bob’s Red Mill because I love their products and really respect their founder and CEO Bob Moore. I listened to a episode of How I Built This on NPR featuring Bob […]

Coconut Maple Granola

March 14, 2019

Citrus fruits have so many uses for cooking beyond simply peeling and eating. They are by far the most utilized fruit group in my kitchen. I use lemon, lime and orange in some form or another almost everyday. From dressings, marinades and sauces, to zest when I want intense citrus flavor, or a squeeze here […]

Citrus and Avocado Salad with Fennel

February 3, 2019

Citrus and avocado salad with a bowl of dressing on the side

Tacos are the perfect food. They’re easy to prepare, unfussy and somehow they always seem to hit the spot. This summer we’ve been eating some variation of this recipe every week or so. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you just need something you can throw together in 30 minutes or less. I usually […]

Veggie Tacos with Chimichurri

September 3, 2018

Veggie tacos with red pepper, zucchini, corn and cheese.

I’ve made chicken like this for many years now. I learned this technique during my restaurant days. Servers would tend to our tables until the moment we heard the expediter yell “RUNNERS PLEASE!” then we’d drop everything and rush to the line to wait while Chef meticulously added his finishing touches. The instant each plate was […]

Perfectly Roasted Chicken

July 11, 2018

Roasted chicken on a platter with onions, lemons and sage

I’ve eaten eggs for breakfast every day until recently when doing a detox that required me have a liquid breakfast. I was super skeptical that a smoothie would get me through the morning without a hangry meltdown, but I’m an all or nothing kind of gal, so tried it anyway. I was pleasantly surprised how filling […]

Goop’s Morning Matcha Smoothie

June 26, 2018

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