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A long weekend in Bangkok, Thailand

May 30, 2017 No Comments

This was our first time in Bangkok and it was a blast. We spent 4 days, 3 nights in the capital of Thailand and with little time, we tried to see all the city had to offer. The city is bustling with tuk-tuks, food stands, and the sheer volume of people everywhere. It’s the metropolitan city of the country and even though it may seem crowded and busy, the people are friendly to tourists and we felt completely safe! Read on for our list of must-see-must-do’s in Bangkok, Thailand.

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Washing Feet in Philippines | Samaritans Feet

May 30, 2017 No Comments

In May 2017 I joined a mission trip with a Christian organization called Samaritans Feet. They coordinate trips all over the world with the goal of sharing hope within communities by washing feet and giving new shoes to those in need.

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Garnish Spotlight on Edible Flowers | Capital Grill

May 25, 2017 No Comments

Have you eaten flowers before? More and more restaurants are using these to garnish dishes to add and enhance the flavor.

During my recent visit at Capital Grill, I was so intrigued to find edible flowers in my dishes. They look so pretty in the presentation but also wonderful to taste. Imported from France, these babies are a whopping $0.5 -3 US dollars each flower! These flowers are fragile and needs to be consumed soon after picking. As well, they are grown organically. I enjoyed two types of edible flowers at Capital Grill with my dishes. I found that the Gem Marigold aka Tangerine flowers give off a mild citrus flavor and scent, while the Pansy violet flowers are grassy and a bit sweet.

You can find retailers online if you wish to grow your own edible flowers. It’s perfect for adding the pop of color to breakfast dishes like yogurts and oatmeal. Be sure to read on further for the dishes we ordered at Capital Grill and photos of how they garnish using edible flowers.