food & things with Christy Wang
as some of you know, i work part-time at a neighborhood bakery, and while i don’t do any of the baking or prepwork, i still learn a few things here and there. one of my favorite things from the shop is a savory puff pastry …
A few years ago, my parents spent a few weeks exploring Mexico City. Every time I’d facetime my mom, she’d talk about this “roasted sliced mushroom dish” she had fallen in love with — turns out, it’s a portobello carpaccio! We actually had it again …
every year, without fail, i end up obsessing over a new kind of veggie pancake — something simple to whip up, packed with seasonal vegetables, pan-fried to golden brown perfection. last summer it was zucchini-corn squash blossom pancakes. the year before that? shrimp and chive …
thank you filippo berio for sponsoring this recipe! < 3 light, fresh, and packed with seasonal greens, this spring fried rice is a simple yet flavorful way to use up leftover rice. crisp asparagus and sweet sugar snap peas add crunch, while tender shrimp and …
This sesame-ginger soba with salmon is a perfect example of how food can support the body’s fight against inflammation and disease. Salmon, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and its ability to promote heart and brain health. The ginger and …
Every week, I make a big pot of chicken soup for Mom, packed with Chinese herbs that support immunity, energy, and overall well-being. I learned this recipe from my friend Irene, a fellow cancer warrior, and it’s become a ritual. I recently shared some photos …