Zabaglione

by Kristianne // 06.14.2016 // 3 Comments

Zabaglione is an easy Italian dessert that is very similar to custard, except it is not made with milk or cream. When I make zabaglione, I use a blender to whip the egg yolks, sugar and sweet Marsala wine before... Continue reading →

Pistachio Power Smoothie + Degustabox Review

by Kristianne // 06.10.2016 // 1 Comment

I went to my first pilates class in ages the other day, and have been terribly sore everywhere for the past few days after. What a nice wake-up call to how out of shape I got from not doing it... Continue reading →

Salmon, Mushroom, and Asparagus Fettuccine

by Kristianne // 06.09.2016 // 2 Comments

I always get excited about pasta recipes because, well, I love pasta! Maybe it’s because there are so many variations that make pasta impossible to ever be boring. You could go comfort food style with cream sauces and lots of... Continue reading →

Mocha Muffins

by Kristianne // 06.08.2016 // 1 Comment

I love eating muffins in the morning with my coffee. The other day I was thinking about how delicious a coffee flavored muffin would be. I never tried one before, but I figured mixing some  Instant Coffee and cocoa powder together... Continue reading →

Easy Rhubarb Pie

by Kristianne // 06.06.2016 // 2 Comments

Happy Birthday, Fabi!! Yesterday was my husband’s birthday, and Leila and I made him a rhubarb pie since rhubarb is one of his favorite vegetables. I first tried it in Germany in different baked goods and fell in love with... Continue reading →

First Birthday Rosette Smash Cake

by Kristianne // 06.01.2016 // 8 Comments

Leila turned one last week! I still can’t believe she is one already. The past year has seriously flown by. My parents came up to San Francisco to help celebrate her first birthday. My mom made vanilla cupcakes with strawberry filling... Continue reading →

Avocado Cacao Smoothie

by Kristianne // 05.10.2016 // 5 Comments

Recently something strange happened. Leila stopped liking her most favorite food, avocado. I tried feeding it to her a few times, and she always waves her hands NO, but will eat anything else I give to her. Can someone explain... Continue reading →

Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

by Kristianne // 05.05.2016 // 3 Comments

Happy Mother’s Day weekend! This year is special because it is my first Mother’s Day. I remember being pregnant with Leila this time last year (2 weeks away from her birth!) and being so excited to meet her. This past... Continue reading →

Swiss Chard, Egg, Avocado and Polenta Bowl

by Kristianne // 05.03.2016 // 4 Comments

These days, my lunches are extremely quick and easy! Leila is 11 months old now, and incredibly active. She has so much energy and is constantly exploring. It is amazing to watch her learn and discover the world around her... Continue reading →

Mud Pie Frappe

by Kristianne // 04.29.2016 // 2 Comments

The other day my friend was asking me, “what is your favorite coffee drink?” After telling her about my favorite mud pie frappe, I realized I haven’t shared the recipe with you guys yet! You can’t buy this one in a coffee... Continue reading →