Vlog: Christmas Lights Parade in Palm Springs, CA

Santa, Rudolph, and the other reindeer

The annual Christmas Lights Parade came again to Palm Springs, CA on December 7, 2024, and it was my first time attending. The community gathered together downtown to see the colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and more. It attracted people from miles around. In the video blog below, I share a recap of the parade for you to enjoy. Happy holidays!

Video Blog: Attended the 10th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival in Cathedral City, CA

In this video blog, I share a recap of the 10th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival I attended as a volunteer and spectator in Cathedral City, California. It was a great opportunity to work as a team alongside people from all over to complete tasks that would help the hot air balloons fly in the air for the community. There was live music, food trucks, and a hot air balloon glow, all brought to the community by the Agua Caliente Casinos.

Vlog: Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Pie

Here is a Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Pie I prepared with my Magic Bullet blender and it is quick and easy to make. Watch the full video below for all the details and happy baking!

Vlog: Veterans Day Parade and Celebration in Jurupa Valley, CA

Veterans Day Parade in Jurupa Valley, California - display of all military services

Happy Veterans Day to my fellow veterans who served this great United States of America. Speaking with fellow veterans at various events is always a pleasure and a gift. In this video below, I share a recap of the Veterans Day parade and celebration in Jurupa Valley, California.

Cooking Vlog: Zucchini Vegetable Medley on Jasmine Rice

This is a quick and easy meal for a busy work week ahead. I prepared this for Sunday dinner and had plenty of leftovers during the work week. In the video below, I show you how to use zucchini and other vegetables to make a tasty meal with jasmine rice. Happy eating!

Vlog: Eating Lunch at Chef Tanya's Kitchen in Palm Desert, CA | Vegan Food Review

On the menu: Pastrami Mami (vegan)

I was craving some well-made vegan food and decided to go to Chef Tanya's Kitchen in Palm Desert, California, for the first time. Upon entry, plenty of seating was available at this location, and many specialty items to browse. I looked through her desserts and decided to try a sandwich for lunch, the Pastrami Mami with a side of her potato salad. This restaurant is completely plant-based and the pastrami is made of seitan, the main protein of wheat. If you like Reuben sandwiches, then this Pastrami Mami is a vegan take on that, which was my favorite sandwich before I became vegan so I gave hers a try. The plant-based pastrami was moist and seasoned well. The sauerkraut, pickles, and vegan pastrami is what made this sandwich tasty. The vegan cheese was present but I didn't taste it as much but the flavors were amazing.

I would definitely order the Pastrami Mami again in the future. Chef Tanya has a potato salad that has fresh herbs and the potatoes are cut into chunks, not all mushy, which I enjoyed. I could taste the potatoes along with its other ingredients. I could eat the potato salad anytime, well done with that side.

On the Menu (sides): Potato Salad

There were so many specialty items to browse and choose from, perfect for gifting for the holidays, birthdays, or any time of the year. 

In the video below, I share my visit to Chef Tanya's Kitchen in Palm Desert, California. Watch and enjoy! 

If you've tried Chef Tanya's Kitchen let me know what you thought of it in the comments below. What are your favorites so I can try them next time? Chef Tanya has cooking classes, and an opportunity to travel and eat plant-based foods in Italy. Learn more about this and more at her website, https://cheftanyaskitchen.com.

Bon Appétit, vegan-style!

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