I’ve recently realized that it’s been a while since I’ve had the time to post a recipe on the blog. Time sort of got away from me and somehow it’s been 4 months since I’ve posted one! I also blame the weather though. It’s impossible to get a good naturally lit photo during daylight savings […]
Breakfast
Personas – Grand Villa Casino
Hello friends! Lately we have been taking advantage of all the promotions offered at Grand Villa Casino. I recently wrote about my experiences at Alpina bar and the Buffet. This time I’m going to be writing about the other restaurant that’s located in the casino, Personas. The food at personas is westcoast cuisine and they offer a […]
Red bean swirl buns
A while ago we made braided red bean swirl bread and today, we decided to continue the trend by making another type of swirl bread…this time a bun! This recipe isn’t a quick bread like that one was though, it’s a yeast bread. Making these Red bean swirl buns is similar to making cinnamon buns, […]
Easy buckwheat pancakes (vegan, gluten free)
Hello friends! I can’t tell you all how much I adore pancakes for breakfast. These buckwheat pancakes are so fluffy and delicious that you won’t miss the gluten! The buckwheat adds a subtle nuttiness to the pancakes while keeping them nut-free!
Braided red bean milk bread (vegan)
This braided red bean milk bread has the softest, fluffiest dough ever! The most surprising part is that it uses a regular dough rather than a gelatinized one! I do love using the tangzhong method to make my bread because it keeps the moisture in the bread for days after the initial bake but this […]
Banana chocolate chip muffins (vegan)
These skinny banana chocolate chip muffins are warm, chocoate-y and lightly sweetened. They are the best on the go breakfast that you could ever ask for. They’re so fluffy and delicious that you won’t even be able to tell that they’re vegan!
Hong Kong style pineapple bun (bolo bao)
Pineapple buns are a Hong-Kong style milk bun topped with a sugar crust to create a contrast of flavors and textures. Pineapple buns are perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack for high-tea!
IHop
IHop, the international house of pancakes is a popular breakfast spot. Ihop has a few locations in Vancouver as it is’s a breakfast chain. One of the things Ihop is known for is their four types of signature syrups for their guests to enjoy; “old fashioned”, “strawberry,” “blueberry,” and “butter pecan.” To me personally, old […]