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Hidden Gems: How Thrift Shopping could Transform Food Photography   Did you know that the secret weapon of professional food stylists isn't a high-end boutique, but the dusty shelves of your local thrift store? Early in my journey, I discovered that building a stunning prop collection didn't require a massive budget—just a keen eye for "pre-loved" treasures. What began as a casual hobby evolved into a mission to find kitchenware with character, like the vintage teapot I unearthed during a recent hunt. Finding a beautiful object is only half the battle; the real magic happens when you weave it into a narrative. A teapot isn't just a vessel—it’s the centerpiece of a cozy morning story. By playing with natural light to highlight its unique textures and weathered patina, you can transform a $5 find into a piece of visual art that tells a delicious story. Stepping into a thrift store for the first time isn't just shopping—it’s a high-stakes scavenger hunt. To leve...

 

Disposable Trays are a Must Have in the Kitchen       This number one handy disposable tray is something you need to have for street food orders. Quick thinking you're catering a church function and you're passing out jell-of rice, and meat stew, so this can work even better than plates. The disposable tray is better for portion size and fast serving on the go cooking.      The disposable tray is better for portion size and fast serving for on the go cooking. The tray can be used for side orders, like fried chicken tenders or egg roll appetizers as well.  The tray is aluminum so it can keep everything hot and steamy after a deep fry. Need to have containers for delivery meals, this disposable tray is so handy for your takeaway delivery order.  Disposable trays are quick and easy to load up for jell-of rice, and meat stews. 

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                                Cookie Cutters Tools  Fun activity for Learning Kids after school projects-Baking Cookies   

 Favorite food items from Cho Saigon Market  Here are some of the items I normally purchase whenever I visit the Cho Saigon Market.  Fresh duck Fresh chicken wings seasoned with curry powder   BNC coffee  Mocha coffee latte  These are sauces that I use in soups and for flavoring my fried rice. Red curry paste 

Salmon & Fried Red Rice  Dinner for tonight is a simple meal with red fried rice and salmon. Start with some olive oil, then add in the onions, garlic and celery.  Saute the salmon on both sides for 5 to 6 minutes. Then add more seasoning. For the flavors to blend add some butter over salmon. Then add a cup of pre cooked rice to pan cook until heated and then plate.  Delicious Salmon with Red rice  

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Summer Cooking with Stainless Steel Kitchen Cookware   High Quality Nonstick Pan                                                                 

  Spring into April with the Top of the Line Kitchen Cookware

The Right Online Store to a Fresh Meal Which online store gives great prices and fresh produce to make you want to order again and make a scrumptious healthy meal plan? First of all, it depends on your budget and how much you're willing to spend. And second, how fresh are the vegetables and fruits? Are there any deals or perks included?  Since the pandemic the food markets have so much traffic going and coming that I decided to take a test run and order from Amazon fresh. Since then I’ve been hooked on ordering all kinds of food, and products right down to spices.  Some of the fresh vegetables I love to order most of the time are chard greens, spinach, fennel and kabocha squash. Amazon Fresh has several varieties of fruits and vegetables from organic farms which is another reason I choose to start a meal plan.  Today I prepared a quick lunch with saute onions, baby spinach and potatoes which made the meal more fulfilling. And my favorite of all fennel; how I love the smel...