Steamy's got a new look! We've grown so much throughout these past 19 years, we felt it was time to give the site a complete rehaul and incorporate a look, feel, and message that aligns more with everything we're about: Eat. Play. Love. Eat: Steamy Kitchen loves...
It's summertime at Steamy Kitchen, which means we got a lot sizzlin' up! Here's what's new this season. We've put together a whole list of the Best Chicken Recipes for the Summer that includes appetizers, salads, Buddha Bowls, and main courses. And they're all...
2 years ago, I did an interview for Medium called From Avocation To Vocation; How I Turned My Hobby Into A Career. I still think about it to this day because it allowed me to reflect on where I am now versus where I was when I started Steamy Kitchen, and there are so...
As Steamy Kitchen approaches nearly 2 decades of being around, it's crazy to think that I've been doing this almost as long as blogging has been a thing. And even moreso, that some of you have been following my journey since the early stages of Steamy! (Whenever you...
Hello, Steamy Fam! Drey here again. Jaden's Writer & Creative Content extraordinaire! You might remember my Platterful charcuterie board review or that time I haunted Steamy Kitchen for Halloween. Or even this hilarious blooper reel of Jaden. I'm BACK! with...
Hey guys! Drey here. I'm Jaden's Writer & Creative Content go-to. You might remember me from my Platterful charcuterie board review or that time I haunted Steamy Kitchen for Halloween. You might not know this, but I'll let you in on a little secret: our little...
Do you catch yourself dreaming about foods from your favorite local (or not so local) Chinese restaurant? What if you could make some of those delicious dishes right from home? "But that involves deep frying stuff and it's a big 'ol messy process!" you're thinking....
Got a griddle, but not sure of the best way to clean it? Welcome to the ultimate guide on how to clean any carbon steel flat top grill, including Blackstone and Camp Chef griddles! We're turning your grubby griddle into a gleaming gem, so clean you'll want to show it...
Spring is here! What kind of vibes do you get around this time of year? What does spring look like in your mind? Egg hunts? Bees everywhere? Seasonal allergies? (Yeah, me too.) Spring is a time of renewal, and for me, it comes with a random urge to revamp and refresh,...
Let's face it. Cooking is not always fun, but it should be! Your kitchen should be a place you enjoy being, especially if you spend as much time there as I do in my own. So today, we're talking tech products that will help you create the ambiance you want in your...
Ever thought about taking a virtual cooking class? Jumping into the world of culinary arts from the comfort of your home is a joy like no other. There are SO many to choose from and, what's more, you can surprise your friends and family by whipping up something they...
Can you believe that Steamy Kitchen is almost 2 decades old? I think back and am amazed by what we've accomplished. I wouldn't be where I am without the help of my wonderful team and, of course, YOU! This community has been the backbone of this endeavor, and I'm...
Have you ever found yourself staring at a solid block of frozen chicken mere hours before dinner time, and prayed for a magic wand that could make it ready to cook instantly? You're not alone! We've all been there. You know you need to whip up that meal, but in...
In the past decade, food shows have REALLY blown up. And if you're anything like me, your favorite side dish is a cooking show, cuz who doesn't love some competition (or cultural exploration) with their congee? Netflix is known for its extensive library of...
In today's digital age, where distance often separates us and last-minute shopping is all too common, virtual gifts have become a true lifesaver. And, honestly, who doesn't love receiving an unexpected treat in their inbox? Whether it's for a friend who's halfway...
'Tis the season of giving, and I've got a little secret to share: the best gifts keep on giving! That’s why I’m all about gifting subscription boxes this year. You know, that delightful surprise that pops up at the door every month? So, if you’re scratching your...
It's that magical time of the year again, where we wrack our brains trying to find the perfect present for everyone on our list, and we can't help but notice that gift cards are having quite the moment this year. And why not? Gift cards have come a long way from being...
Ah, Thanksgiving. The time of year when we gather around the table, surrounded by loved ones, sharing stories and expressing gratitude over a hearty, delicious meal. It's all about connection, tradition, and, of course, that mouthwatering spread of food. But let's be...
Foodie friends! Looking for that perfect lil' gift that screams flavor without emptying your wallet? We've got your back! Whether it's for your kitchen-savvy BFF or that cousin who's always munching on something, here's a list of goodies all under $15 that'll make any...
Have you ever wondered about the intriguing tradition of transforming plump pumpkins into eerie, glowing sentinels guarding our front porches during Halloween? This fascinating practice harks back to ancient Celtic legends, where a clever trickster named Jack...
Hey Steamy Fam! I'm coming to you with another sizzling summer must-haves list! With the temperatures rising, it's the perfect time to upgrade your kitchen gear with some seasonal flair. I've picked out ten gadgets that will elevate your culinary game and bring some...
Hello and welcome to the Steamy Kitchen Holiday Gift Guide for 2022! Below are just some of my favorite items to gift (and things that I own and love). Hoping this gives you a great head start on your holiday shopping! For The Herb Lover - Prepara Eco...
It's fall and apples are in season! When we think of apple pie, most of us think of America. It's right up there with bald eagles, Mount Rushmore, and Abe Lincoln's beard. Apples have made frequent appearances throughout the history of Western art and iconography, and...
So many of us are looking to level up in life. But it’s easy to succumb to some of the pitfalls of self-improvement and take it to an unhealthy place. (Self-discipline is not about beating ourselves up!) In order to achieve a balance, we've paired some personal...
I have an Aussie friend who always questions the American love for pumpkin, especially as a dessert item. Apparently, pumpkin is VERY much thought of as a vegetable in Australia and not much more. It's an interesting premise I'd never really considered before. So I...
Gratitude is a staple of the Magical Moments philosophy. It is the very foundation of the practice. (And if you're not sure what Magical Moments are, be sure to check out our posts on Creating Magical Moments and Living With Purpose.) What is Gratitude? Gratitude, to...
If you're familiar with our Buddha Bowl recipes, you know how quick, cheap, easy and healthy they can be! They make for great lunches and you can even incorporate leftovers in new and innovative ways, allowing you to save time and money. But let's face it, sometimes...
Are you organizing your fridge in a way that compromises the longevity of your food? If you've never worked in a commercial kitchen, you might be surprised to learn that there's an optimal way to store the items in your fridge for maximum freshness and safety. The...
I think we may all have these moments, but sometimes I catch myself doing something the most COMPLICATED way possible. I’ve overthought the thing. Made it WAY more complex than it was to begin with, and that’s usually because I’ve gone way out to sea with ideas...
Prices are sky-high these days and it seems our money just doesn't go as far as it once did. It's no wonder so many of us are looking for ways to cut costs. One would think a person couldn't be consistently shocked at the register total EVERY time they visit the...
This Week's Intention: Let Your Inner Light Shine Brighter! 🕯🌿We are in the depths of the winter months (spring is almost here, hang on my friends!), and I find that my own inner light isn't as bright as perhaps the summer months!I encourage you...
Hello and welcome to the Steamy Kitchen Holiday Gift Guide for 2021. I have put together some of my favorite items to gift (and things that are on my own wish list) for this year! Check out our favorite options below! Happy gifting! For The Coffee Lover -...
Here is your reminder to go drink a big glass of water, take a deep breath of fresh air and remind yourself of how incredible you are! It was on my heart today to share a brief reminder to us all to remember who we are and all of the great things (big and small) that...
I have something very exciting to share with you! As you may know, it's not easy being a super small business owner. Our budget does not include line items for big PR firms to handle media relations, or fancy strategy consultants to help with big picture thinking....
How are you feeling this month so far? It feels like it was October 1st just yesterday and now we are nearly half way through the month! Here are a few things I am loving this month so far: Reading: I love this book Complete Wellness by Neal Yards Remedies. It has...
I shared last week that we were filming 2 fun segments for television and our first segment with WFLA Daytime aired this week! Even though it is cooling down, it is still super important to stay hydrated and electrolyte dense foods are just the trick to do so! Most...
At the start of this year, I remarked to a friend that, “I, too, was a victim of the Covid-15!†I comforted my period of lockdown and isolation with fried foods. I had inherited a deep fat fryer from my brother, and I had certainly put it to good use.But the...
These funny looking mushrooms are now a part of my Sunday suppers, as I purchase them direct from a local mushroom farm at the Farmer’s Market. Last week, I mentioned being inspired by Fantastic Fungi documentary on Netflix (watch it if you can!) and since then,...
I was sitting back this week reading some of our emails and comments, and I have so much appreciation for this community that has came together for the love of food, new recipes and a little good luck! I appreciate you and each and every reader, subscriber, giveaway...
Attention All Home Cooks who LOVE to test out new recipes! We are calling official Steamy Kitchen RECIPE TESTERS! If you are looking to try some new recipes and would like to be featured on the Steamy Kitchen website as a recipe tester - this is for you! This is an...
Happy Tuesday to you! If you seen in our newsletter on Friday - I mentioned we had something special to share with you this week! Knock knock... who's there?! OUR NEW VIP GIVEAWAY ROOM! That's who! Surprise! We wanted to spice up our giveaways with a little upgrade...
Happy Wednesday! Hope you had a nice weekend! We had insanely beautiful weather here in Vegas over the weekend and I am soaking up these perfect temperatures before it gets too hot! Desert problems.. ha! You MAY not know it, but MAY is also Mental Health Awareness...
Happy Friday to you and official last day of April! What are your plans for this weekend? I will be doing a little gift hunting for something special for one of my personal favorite days of the year - Mother's Day. Mother's Day is fast approaching, and I love thinking...
Happy Tuesday to you! It is already near the end of yet another month! And I can't believe we are already a quarter of the way into 2021! What was your highlight of the month of April? Take some time this week to recap the month, remembering the things that may have...
604 of you beautiful humans participated in the 5-Day Refrigerator Detox Challenge!!! SIX HUNDRED AND FOUR! That's so amazing. I am so proud of everyone who has completed our challenge and now has a clean, organized refrigerator. Here's what we got: 1. Empowering...
We have something very exciting launching on Steamy Kitchen next week, February 8th! With love in the air this month and Spring arriving quickly, we thought we would celebrate with another giveaway series! This will be an ongoing series throughout 2021. Mark...
The more popular Chinese New Year traditions, like the dragon dance, red lanterns and firecrackers, are easy to talk about, but I wanted to interview my parents for their take on the little known food traditions of the holiday. Each province in China celebrates...
Guess what. For the past 8 months, my team and I have been working non-stop to create a solution to preventing food waste at home and coming up with a method to help you save money on groceries. The average family throws away $150 worth of food every month - either...
We have something very exciting launching on Steamy Kitchen next week, Dec 14th! In celebration of the holidays and the end of 2020, we wanted to do something special for the Steamy Kitchen family! This will be an ongoing series throughout 2021. We are very...
Happy beautiful Thursday! How are you? Is is sweater weather yet where you live? It's finally bike-riding, hot tub weather here in Vegas! Sooooo - let's talk about that television segment. Ryan (my videographer), came over with Parker (my assistant <- I...
Monday morning, I'm taping a cooking segment for Daytime TV, featuring how to re-invent leftovers in Buddha Bowl recipes. Buddha Bowl recipes are a great way to use up every bit of veggies in the drawer, and transform leftovers with just a new sauce and a new...
1. Steamy Kitchen Buddha Bowl Update We are excited to announce that our first batch of Buddha Bowls have officially been shipped to our Pre-Order Purchase clients! We can't believe that you will be able to soon create your very own buddha bowl creations in our...
Happy Wednesday, my friends! Look at our brand new Steamy Kitchen Buddha Bowl! These are hand-made by our ceramic artist, Aneela Dias-D'Sousa from Toronto, Canada. The Buddha Bowls are big bowls that are microwave safe, dishwasher safe, and the perfect...
It's Steamy Kitchen Buddha Bowl Month! What's a Buddha Bowl? (nope, it's not a religious dish, and nope, I didn't coin the term) Simply put, a Buddha Bowl is a bowl of healthy, delicious food. There's a basic formula: GrainLean ProteinLots of VeggiesYummy SauceCrunchy...
Hello ! Helllooooo, my friends! This past week has been full of indulgences. If I'm gonna stay at home, forgo my favorite restaurants, miss cancelled hockey games, and give up walks on the Las Vegas strip....then I deserve to spoil myself (you do, too!) Tres leches...
Hello ! Happy Wednesday!How are you doing so far this week? What are you cooking in this summer heat? I have my bbq grill as my main stove and oven - we've been grilling everything just to avoid heating up the kitchen. My...
Hello ! Happy Tuesday!What are your plans for 4th of July? We're heading over to my brother's house, about 15 minutes away. He's hosting a family BBQ, and lives in Las Vegas downtown, right in the middle of crazy everything....
Hello , Happy Tuesday! Just a quick little note today to say YOU ARE AMAZING. I'm sending you waves of happy energy and good luck vibes. Duke's little snip snip surgery went well. He's back to his mischievous self already. This inflatable cone he's wearing did not...
Hello ! Happy Thursday! I've been so nervous all morning. Because today is the day that www.ilovemy.us website goes live, where we are selling Made in USA face masks. Not just made in USA, but manufactured in the beautiful state of Nevada, with American cotton made in...
Happy Tuesday! Okay, I think we've flattened the website glitch curve and we're on the other side of having a site that runs smoothly. Thank you again for all your patience and help troubleshooting. *virtual hug to you!* 1. Are you picky about your...
Happy Wednesday! I found it! I thought I had lost my smoking gun during the move. But it was tucked waaaay in the back corner behind the blender that I never use. The smoking gun is THE MOST fun kitchen gadget ever. This little thing can infuse smoke into any...
One of the very first recipes my Mom taught me how to cook was a shrimp stirfry with garlic, green onion and ginger. Mom cooks without measuring - just a spoonful of this, a glug of that, and a three-finger pinch of another. At first, I knocked her entire cooking...
Wow. I can't believe this has been our 8th Food Blog Forum event! Add that to the additional 6 overseas food blogging events in Ixtapa, Dominican Republic, Bahamas and Cancun that I've organized -- that makes me a professional event coordinator! What is Food Blog...
Last week, my Mom forwarded us an email with all these incredibly detailed, adorable food photos. The boys insisted sharing these with you! The email was one of those viral emails that was forwarded thousands of times, and we have no idea who originally compiled...
May I introduce my latest book to you? Fifteen of your favorite Chinese Take Out recipes, healthier, and homemade. Your family and friends will rave about your restaurant-quality meals, without all the fat, calories and sodium. Easy-to-follow recipes with photos to...
Yeah! We've launched! I'm so thrilled to announce the launch of my Asian Wrap and Roll cooking class on Craftsy. Have you heard of Craftsy? They have hundreds of online classes in quilting, sewing, knitting, cake decorating, art, photography, cooking and many more...
Meet my biggest fans. My parents and their Cantonese Karaoke Group....all wearing my Steamy Kitchen "Keep Calm and Wok On" shirt. My parents live in Las Vegas, which for them is an ideal place to retire. Cheap buffets, lots of shows and concerts and a thriving Chinese...
Hello my friends! This year, I've had so many food bloggers ask me how we process and organize all of the tens of thousands of photos and videos on Steamy Kitchen. I thought I'd create a little video on our workflow with my friend and Steamy Kitchen assistant, Cheri...