MUSH Overnight Oats

The concept of overnight oats turns off a lot of people.  Simple concept: take oats, add milk of your choice (sometimes yogurt), soak overnight, eat chilled from the fridge.  "Mushy old oatmeal?", I remember my mom saying when I tried to explain them to her.  "Who wants cold congealed oatmeal?", etc.  But for those familiar with bircher style muesli, the concept makes more sense, although they see overnight oats as super basic and lacking ... just...

Read More...

Sweet Lu, Sydney

When I visit Sydney, I often find myself having the opportunity to order cake for my co-workers.  This important task ranges from smaller 20 person parties, to those of about 100 or so.  At this point, when the locals see me in the office, they ask when cake day is.  Yes, I have a reputation.  Over the years, I have sourced the goods from a variety of places, having settled on Saga Bakery the past few years for the true show stoppers.  Before...

Read More...

Chaat Corner

Update Review, 2024I've never been that much of a fan of Chaat Corner, but it is the closest Indian restaurant to my house, and sometimes, I just want Indian cuisine.Or, I just want dessert.  Or I have a freebie to redeem.  All three were true one day, which led me to Chat Corner (also sold as "Damn, Dosa!" on some delivery platforms ...) to pick up a free dessert.Rasmalai. $3.95.Well ... I didn't have high expectations, as reviews basically...

Read More...

Starbucks Savory Items

Update Review, 2023/2024 VisitsI've previously reviewed some of the more substantial savory food items from Starbucks (mostly, the breakfast sandwiches), which you can read about below in prior reviews.  My latest visits, when I opted for something savory rather than sweet baked goods, were for more simple items.Ham & Swiss Croissant.  $3.95 / 150 Stars.(frozen)."Hickory-smoked ham and melted Swiss cheese enveloped in our buttery signature croissant....

Read More...