Gratitude

Had an interesting conversation with one of our patrons at the restaurant yesterday. This is what he had to say:

"How do you make my drink so well? I know you're a music fan so let me describe it in a way that you'll understand. For instance, when you prepare my meals/drinks, it's like old school. Like Sam Cook, Otis Redding. The good stuff. The stuff you love & appreciate. But when you're not around and someone else makes the same thing, it's like the Karaoke Cover Band of Otis Redding. You just get it."

I've never felt so flattered in my life. I LOVE my profession.

Stay blessed folks! God's working on you too :)

Recipe of the Week

In honor of Mother's Day, and the fact that I was broke paying for shit to keep the feds off my back, I made my mom dinner to show her my appreciation. Seriously the best meal I've had in ages.

Herb Roasted Chicken breast, Stuffed shells atop a Leek & Carrot Salad. Peas on the side cause my bro is picky & won't eat most things green.

Super easy to make, incredibly affordable (I spent less than $50 and it serves 6-8 people). The Chicken was marinated in Ginger, Oregano, & Basil. Shells stuffed with Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheeses with fresh Crab & Shrimp and sprinkled with Parmesan. Leeks blanched & chilled with peeled carrots.

I'm probably gonna need a gym membership to work off this meal but either way, Happy Eating!!

Blurb

As a fantastically single girl, and extremely happy within that right, I must admit; the best part of not having to sleep alone is Hilary Duffinately not having to wake up alone.

Well, maybe the second best part.... :)

Happy Cinco de Mayo puntas!

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Random

This may not fully make sense to anyone, this I'm aware of. But I've got to "rant" right quick. So here goes...

I'm done with everyone trying to fix me. And trying to tricking me into believing I need to be fixed.

I am AMAZING! I'm not your average chick. Even average chicks aren't average... I have a lot of fun & useless talents, way more life experience than most, and I'm insanely great at everything I do.

This is not me trying to preach my confidence [though its a plus cause I'm incredibly full of myself] and its not a recent sense of empowerment. I'm just really happy being me. Unbelievably happy and I'm proud of that. No one in nor around this world has the power to change that besides ME. I refuse to rely on anyone but myself to make me happy. I urks me when people say shit like "I love haters cause they motivate me..." Thanks but no thanks. I motivate ME & I don't need your bullshit arrogance to do so.

Though about 98% of my life is utterly imperfect, I live each day working hard to be better than I was the day before. And I love that about me.

God has a life planned for you but only you can make that happen. Do not let anyone try and change that. Do what makes you better, and remember, "Life isn't about finding yourself, its about creating yourself." ~George Bernard Shaw

Say your prayers, live YOUR life, and keep God close <3
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Recipe of the Week

Brunch done Better:

Herb Toasted Wheat Bread

2 Egg Whites & 1 Yolk, Over Easy

Tomato

Shallots

Lettuce

Super delicious. The herbs I used were Nutmeg & Oregano (With Garlic, of course) brushed on toasted bread with butter then re-toasted. Eat well :)

Recipe of the Week

Flax-tada!!! (Flax Seed Tostada) Big Ups to all my Raw Foodists/Vegans :)

Flax Seed "Bread" layered with Walnut Taco Meat and Romaine lettuce. Then with Tomato, Red Onion, & Jalapeno marinated in Olive Oil, Salt, Apple Cider Vinegar, & Tamari, and topped off with a sliver of Avocado. Served with a Scallion Sour Cream (made mostly of Cashews & Iris Moss) on the side.

I know it's not a complete recipe, but its yummy & I'm happy to share it. Cheers!

Recipe of the Week

I'm proud of this one. Actually had a hand in creating this success in the Raw Food/Vegan World. Yeee!!!

Indonesian Kelp Noodle Bowl:

Organic Kelp Noodles
Sweet Chili Sauce (our own recipe)
Bok Choy (Chopped)
Cilantro (Chopped)
Mint (Leaves left whole)
Garnished with Black Sesame Seeds, Strips of Nori, Curled Red Bell Pepper, and again, our own Spicy Paprika Oil drizzle (made of mostly paprika, agave, garlic, and apple cider vinegar)

Be hungry and enjoy :)

Back To It

Spent waaaayyyy too much time recovering from all the negativity that was 2009.

Back on my selfish tip. Its ME time, bitches! Get with it or get stomped :)

♪ Mya - All About Me ♪

Life

When it comes to life, I know for a fact that I'm not living what I was meant to do... Music & Cooking are passions of mine but I was put on this Earth specifically for one aspect...

I was meant to teach and/or be a missionary. Since I was in the 2nd grade, I've known what God wanted for me. I had this teacher, Mrs. Jones. Big eyes, brown skin, always a fresh perm & a fly outfit to match... She rarely talked about what we "needed", according to curriculum or what others said, and always talked about what we "should" know, according to the lives we were living. Even then, I was aware of what really is.

More often than not, we are told one thing when life has taught another. Every now and again we realize what's within us and more so often than not, we move onto the next based on what society makes us think is "real".

My thoughts: Give God all of you. Only then can you see the realness in your life. Whether it be talent, calling, or plan.

I don't think I've spent enough time living out my want to be a Chef. And as much as it makes me happy (beyond belief) to make others happy with my food, its not my need; its not my calling.

One day, your kids will come home saying "My favorite teacher ever is Ms. Jasper..." like I did with Mrs. Jones. And chances are, if I gain word about it, I'll cry like I am now. But to know that that's where I was meant to be makes life actually REAL to me...

In the end, that's all that matters. Live life accordingly :)
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My Love

My love comes rare, hard, & close. I love like people deserve & mentally, I can't comprehend those that don't love as hard as I do. I go in 100% for any and everyone that needs it.

The world could be beautiful if we all loved like we're supposed to.
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