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Please enjoy this collection of recipes, gardening tips, and interesting finds, meticulously curated over 30 years by a Filipino immigrant raising a family in Southern California.

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  • Blueberry Almond Cake

    Blueberry Almond Cake

    The fresh blueberries I see at the market makes me swoon and bake this blueberry almond cake. I always wanted to bake using an easy recipe and fresh ingredients. This is one of them. For a while I have baked different versions of cake based on this simple method. And always, it comes out moist, […]

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  • Healthy Homemade Granola

    Healthy Homemade Granola

    These healthy homemade granola contains no added sugar and is full of nutrients. It is so easy to make ahead and store in tightly sealed containers. Then it’s ready when you crave snack or breakfast without cooking. All the ingredients in this granola are packed with protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber and healthy fats. Raw cashews […]

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  • How to Grow More Spring Onions From Store Bought Ones

    How to Grow More Spring Onions From Store Bought Ones

    You won’t believe how easy it is to grow more spring onions from the ones you bought at the store. This is an easy gardening project that anyone can do even without experience. And there are so many ways you can use the endless supply of green onions in cooking. Consider the climate you have […]

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