Fun Foods – Living Tivalicious

Viral Dumpling Bake

Earlier this year I had to try the viral dumpling bake. I was a bit apprehensive as I love the crispy pan friend dumpling and I am not a fan of coconut. But I do enjoy Thai curry, so I thought it was worth a try. It was easy to put together. First, I preheatedContinue reading “Viral Dumpling Bake”

Pork Lumpia

Holiday parties are always filled with fun, good bites and drinks. I wanted to offer up something different yet traditional this year. I decided to make some pork lumpia. I didn’t want them to be too small and skinny so we made them a bit more plump and medium sized. I had asked Dad forContinue reading “Pork Lumpia”

Mushroom Fest (Kennet Square, PA)

Mushroom Fest is one of my favorite times of year, especially as a mushroom lover! Believe it or not, we have tried a few new items this year, and of course had to go back for the classic favorites! La Tavola: We stopped back at La Tavola first for their mushroom soup. It is oneContinue reading “Mushroom Fest (Kennet Square, PA)”

Homemade Pasta Round Two

I finally brought out the pasta attachment again. This time around I tried the 00-flour recipe. It turned out great, and I not sure if it’s better than semolina flour or not. But it will be a repeated recipe for sure. For this recipe, I also broke out the new kitchen scale as well, toContinue reading “Homemade Pasta Round Two”

Air Fryer Pork Belly

IYKYK I love, LOVE, pork belly. I mean, I am Filipina soooo. I needed to try a new way to make pork belly on my own (I can’t always rely on dad making it for me lol). This time around I was inspired by some Asian and Filipino ways to make pork belly. And yetContinue reading “Air Fryer Pork Belly”

Mushroom Bacon

Tournament of Champions was back with another wild season. This recipe came from inspiration from Kevin Lee. And as a mushroom lover, I had to try it! While at the Asian store, I decided to buy a mushroom variety including king oyster mushrooms. The size makes them the easiest to cut into strips for theContinue reading “Mushroom Bacon”

Deep Fried Oyster Mushrooms

IYKYK I love mushrooms. Always have and they have always been my favorite pizza topping too! I love stopping at the Asian market to get a variety of mushrooms and then find new ways to cook them. TOC on the food network usually inspires me! This time I bought a big pack of oyster mushrooms.Continue reading “Deep Fried Oyster Mushrooms”

Straight Bologna and Peppers

As my grandpa would call it “straight bologna and peppers,” is really the simplest of ingredients put together for a meal. But it’s the nostalgia feeling that comes along with eating it LOL. Here is my take on his classic! I started by roasting some red peppers and tomatoes. I drizzled with EVOO and seasonedContinue reading “Straight Bologna and Peppers”

Lemon Cream Lobster Ravioli

I love when the lobster ravioli is at Costco and on sale! They are fresh, delicious, and great to have on hand. I had bought some clams and steamed them like last time. Their crusty French baguette had just come out of the oven and were warm and were the perfect addition to clams! AndContinue reading “Lemon Cream Lobster Ravioli”

No Boil Crockpot Mack and Cheese

Holiday parties mean easily yet delicious food! I wanted to do a crock pot recipe for work, so it can be as easy as possible. Mac and cheese was the selection! I have since made this again, and there are definitely some do’s and don’ts that I have learned. First spray your crock with nonstickContinue reading “No Boil Crockpot Mack and Cheese”