Chicken and Rice Salad

There is always something you can do to your salad… add rice and chicken.

Chicken: Put some olive oil on the pan. Place the sliced Organic Breast to sautee. Season it with Lemon Pepper. Then when chicken is almost done, add sliced Onions and Bell Pepper (orange one). Caramelize the onions with the Orange bell Pepper and add two table spoons of Warshirshirsershie sauce. When done, pour on top of Baby spinach and add some rice. Feeds 2-4 people.

Then you can add some balsamic sauce… And enjoy! 😀

Carne a la Bejin

This is my version of Bejin Beef… My Guatemala-ness style…LOL

I had some left over rice someone put in my freezer not to long ago… and Had some Carne asada there too.

So After heating up the rice … I…

Caramelized some onions, added some dried up red chilly peppers and some panda express sauce (they sell it now) and Tada!!! food. Super easy to make and super tasty. Enjoy.

Christmas Music

HA! or should I say HO HO HO!

So its that time of the year…where your music stations will drive you crazy with Christmas Music! Don’t you love it??? I do! Personally I have My Pandora on to my Diana Krall Christmas tunes on my Verizon Blackberry Storm 2… love it! Its my mini computer. FYI (click pic. to buy on itunes)

So this is my Fav Christmas CDs:

I don’t know how you can go shopping with out these ladies and Gents…

Now Here are some classics!

Ella Fitzgerald - Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas [Bonus Tracks] [Audio CD]

Frank Sinatra - The Christmas Collection [Reprise] [Audio CD]

LTTP

Listening to LTTP while I get dressed.

I make music a part of how I dress. My moods reflect my style, my music, me.

What kind of music to do your dress to when you are getting ready? Or what makes your heart beat when you make something out of the wardrobe you have now?

TODAY I was listening to LTTP : Last Train To Paris by: Sean Combs, Puffy, Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Diddy. Lets Just say I was upbeat, stylish, empowered, I reminisced of my love and was filled with hip movement.

LTTP I recommend you listen to it while you are getting dressed. Buy LLTP Music December 14th a day after my birthday. 😀

Raining or snow? Burrrrrr

Its raining in Los Angeles. I can only imagine how cold it is in the east. burrrr. My friends sent me a picture out of their house…with snow! talk about cold!..

If I were in the snow this is what I’d wear:

Special Blend Crash Jacket (Women’s)

And If right now I’m wearing in my Los Angeles Cold… Enjoy the cold! And look super cute!

Style&co. Coat, Three Button Black & White Tweed Walker

My Chill and comfy chic wear

I love this sweater! I cannot say how many times I wear it. And their basic shirts are awesome.

I use to be a Gap Girl… back in the day I use to be a Jean Specialist… Yes… I can target your size when I see you. I use to work in the Gap store #117 (no longer there, but they have a baby Gap) at the Westside Pavillion.

I was my first job ever. I also helped open the store at The Grove LA…Work I tell ya. I give people in retail props because They have to burn the oil at night to make it look pretty. Any who… I love their clothes.

Denise My girl!

I’m also wearing my so comfy tank that i got for $3.50 at Forever 21.


Women’s Plus-Size Merona® Blue Boot-Cut Jeans with Extended

I’m also wearing my Merona Jeans. So comfy ya! Its like wearing a super Soft Jean.

E P I C U R E A N U M B R E L L A

Al Gordon

One of my favorite chefs in the world…. Al Gordon. He is not only one of my funniest friends. This man knows how to cook. I keep him in my life for his food skills. 😀 ha ha. He has skills.

If you want a great party…dinner…food.

Check out his website:

www. E P I C U R E A N U M B R E L L A.com
a culinary experience.

These are some of my Favorites!

SAVORY BITES

snack & chat dip collection
with house made crostini, lavosh crisps and epicurea crudite
(asparagus, broccoli, carrots and marinated tomatoes)
kalamata tapenade
brine cured kalamata olives, dijon, garlic, and capers
basil pesto aioli
fresh basil, garlic and grated parmesan
queso fundido with chicken chorizo
melted cheddar, mozzarella and cotija cheeses with artisan chicken chorizo
spicy asian aioli
asian chili paste, house made aioli, cilantro and lime juice
red pepper and herb aioli
roasted red peppers, capers and fresh herbs

SWEET BITES
SUCRE EPICURE

dessert shots
passion fruit panacotta with vanilla crème
chocolate pot de crème
classic vanilla or chocolate pudding shot with vanilla bean crème
seasonal selection
chocolate collection
dark chocolate mousse box
dark chocolate mint box
white chocolate citrus berry cup
seasonal selection
miniature cupcakes with seasonal sucre decor
chocolate, carrot, lemon, red velvet or vanilla
seasonal selection
tartlets
citrus meringue
chocolate caramel hazelnut
chocolate peanut butter
seasonal selection
brownie and bar bites (these are my favorite)
triple chocolate brownie bite
peanut butter brownie bite
vanilla or seasonal cheesecake bite

dessert buffet please contact info@epicureanumbrella.com for custom pricing and images

Indian Chicken Curry

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup coconut milk
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until lightly browned. Stir in garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, paprika, bay leaf, ginger, sugar and salt. Continue stirring for 2 minutes. Add chicken pieces, tomato paste, yogurt, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
Remove bay leaf, and stir in lemon juice and cayenne pepper. Simmer 5 more minutes.

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Mole w/ godiva coco powder

Jes’ made Mexica Mole.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
A cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoon unsweetened Godiva cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
Dried minced garlic
1 can condensed tomato soup
Diced green chile peppers

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and cook the onion until tender. Mix in Godiva cocoa powder, cumin, cilantro, and garlic. Stir in the tomato soup and green chile peppers. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 10 minutes. Transfer to a gravy boat or pour directly over food to serve.

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Layers with a Surprise!

I am continuing the LAYERS because well… its fall, almost winter. Cold can be rough… But it does NOT mean that you cannot look cute and have to stay at home and be bored.
Here are more layers and this is how I would do! How I do… how you do?

Metallic Detail Scarf
Now:$4.00

Tasha Crystal Hair Picks (Set of 3)

Alfani Plus Size Coat, Textured Single Breasted

And Then…

Dolce&Gabbana Satin Rosette Peep Toe Pump

WAMN BAM! thank you for looking like that ma’am!

Calvin Klein One Shoulder Ruffled Cocktail Dress (Plus)

I like to contrast. I would feel a bit “Cruela devil” but I would would play it right! You know what I mean? 😀 Looking So warm… then when they see you! They will think… lookie lookie she was hiding in her warmth. But That is just me… I like to surprise people in the Winter. 😀

How do you do?