Raspberry Jasmine Tisane

There is never a bad time for a Tisane! This is a simple and refreshing treat for spring or summer! Always cool and refreshing, it would also be wonderful with a splash of vodka should you be ready for a drink.

1 c Jasmine Tea, cold
1 c fresh or frozen raspberries (partially thawed)
Simple Syrup

In a shaker, combine the tea and berries. Shake to mix and then pour into a glass. Add the simple syrup to the desired sweetness and enjoy!

Street Food Crawl, episode 1

Tuesday as we chatted on Twitter, I got a message from my friend @eastbaydish asking if I wanted to go have street food. I threw on some clothes, grabbed the recorder and was out the door before I even had the chance to realize I had said yes!

We started with getjerked and their delicious tacos. Christina preferred the chicken's spiciness, while I loved the fish taco's zippy creaminess.

Then we moved on to Vamos Primos where had a fantastic empanada. It has the kind of crust that made me think of an enclosed mini pot pie.

Then we had an alfajor, the most delicious of dulce de leche filled cookie sandwich. If you can't see, its rolled in coconut. Next time, we will be sure to get two!

 When we got to Seoul on Wheels, all that was left was meat, veg and kimchee! So Christina went for Chicken and broccoli, while I went for the rib eye and kimchee.

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Following the right path, and the giveaway winner!

Being called out by someone you admire has the potential to be horrifying. If you don't listen.

When I got called out by Traca, aka, Seattle Tall Poppy, I got quiet.

She has some valid points: the blog has in fact been a mess the last two years. More of a reflection of who I am in times of frustration rather than who I truly feel like or want to be. And I realize that people care or they wouldn’t be sharing what they think in such way a that I hear, and not let my feelings get in the way of the truth.

I don't give myself the chance to shine the way I could. The way I deserve to. That's right, I keep myself from shining through.
I get irritated and rant, which truly does nothing to showcase my best self, or my many talents. Being focused and cohesive is better for myself and for my readers. Heather has expressed to me that she really enjoys the direction my writing is taking, and I think it becomes easier to be more objective as I step back and see where my focus needs to go.

So it feels good that the conclusions I have come to are supported by my friends and readers. I may still get off track time and again, so please feel free to give a shout and say “Hey Luna….what the hell are you talking about?” Trust me, I won’t get offended.

Now to the really good stuff! I had a giveaway of the book I have started cooking my way through and I am delighted to announce the winner is…….. @julieako! Congrats Julie and I look forward to comparing notes with you once you try some of the recipes.

Thanks to all who entered the contest and stay tuned for more from “Witch in the Kitchen”!

Witch in the Kitchen: Seductive Spice Mix

We stopped over at Lhasa Karnak the other day so I could gather supplies for the first recipe in the "Witch In the Kitchen", which is the Seductive Spice Mix.

I actually changed the ingrediants just a bit to see how it would taste. I chose not to use Paprika, replaced the cayenne with ancho chili and took out a half teaspoon of cinnamon.

3 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ancho chili powder
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp saffron powder
1/2 tsp ground cloves
2 tsp ground ginger
3 tsp salt

As you assemble this mix, think loving thoughts. Remember your soul and love go into everything you make!

It feels and looks beautifully warm and I excited to make Moroccan Chicken with it! Stayed tuned and don';t forget you have until Thursday night to enter the giveaway!

Just to clarify: entry is a comment. Extra entries of tweeting only count if you comment first. Thanks!

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Luna's Kitchen Magic turns 2!

One of the best gifts I have ever recieved is from my long time other half, who generally buys me things that I wouldn't buy myself but truly want.

I believe in magic, in spirit and in putting the best of yourself into your food. Today is the second anniversary of Luna's Kitchen Magic and it has been a bumpy ride. I feel though for the first time, that I am finally in a better place, both in life and with the blog.

So in honor of my blogday and to honor the gift I was given, I am giving away a copy of Witch In The Kitchen by Titania Hardie.

When I was at the Winery I made Lavender ice cream from the book, that is absolutely heavenly! I was inspired to candy Borage flowers for a white chocolate flourless cake, and at home I have made a cordial of fruit and vodka that was amazing. I got excited about using flavors such as lavender and rose, and made fresh pasta for the first time, all from ths book.

I love the sweet pastry cooked in a pan, which comes out perfectly every time and one of my saddest stories is when my oven broke on Thanksgiving while I was trying to make Damper Bread!

Next I really want to make the Thai King Prawns and the Blackberry Plum Jam. Oh and the Lavender Panna Cotta is just lovely! Hmmm...I think I just found some exciting new inspiration!

Thank you for reading LKM and I hope that I will continue to keep you entertained and well fed. Always remember that the most important ingredient in magical cooking is you!

Now for the giveaway!

Okay, well here are a few rules:

here's how to enter: *Leave a comment and let me know what you think or what you would like to see in the future. For an extra entry, Tweet this: "Win Witch in the Kitchen from Luna’s Kitchen Magic!



You will be able to enter from now until midnight March 25th at midnight. The winner will be chosen at random March 26th. The contest will be open only to US residents at this time. Be sure to include your email address so that I can actually get a hold of you if you win!