I have been a Hello Kitty fan for a long, long time. As a young Asian-American girl growing up in the 70’s, I was all about Hello Kitty. Sure, my friends & I were into Barbies, but there was something about Hello Kitty merchandise that I just had to have. I remember going mall shopping with my parents & if we happened to pass a Sanrio store, then I begged them to go inside. Inevitably I would ask my dad to buy me a small Hello Kitty plush … [Read more...]
Meet Jennifer – the Editor of “Real Mom of SFV”
This is a special "birthday" edition of Real Moms of the SFV! Since it was my birthday yesterday, I thought I'd take this opportunity to introduce myself to my readers (new & old). It occurred to me that maybe not everyone reads the About Me section of a blog & even if you did, there is still so much more to share! :) This past weekend, I spent a few days in Anaheim, CA. Well, Disneyland to be exact! I participated in my very first … [Read more...]
Berrylicious Ice Cream Shortcake
Labor Day weekend is around the corner. For your end of summer get-together, why not make this easy-peasy dessert? It’s got delicious berries that are right in season, plus ice cream! It’s very simple to make, so you don’t have to spend much time in the kitchen & you can focus on mingling with your guests. The two ice creams that I am using for this recipe are from Tillamook. Did you know that Tillamook produces food other than cheese? I … [Read more...]
Meet Tanya Gradet of The Square Treat Company
Earlier this year, I attended the 6th Annual Unique LA Spring Show in downtown Los Angeles. It was during that awesome food & shopping fest that I met Tanya Gradet. She owns The Square Treat Company which is based in the Valley. These delicious sweet treats are awesome AND she also makes a gluten-free &/or dairy-free version (upon request). I sampled a gluten-free version while at Unique LA & I have to say that it tasted just as good … [Read more...]
NAKED Infusions – Fresh & Creative Salsa Product Line
If you’ve been following my blog for a while, then you know that I am a salty snack person. Hubby & kiddo love the sweet stuff, but I’m a chips & salsa (AND guacamole) kind of girl. So when I was introduced to the NAKED Infusions product line last month, I did a little happy dance in my kitchen, especially after tasting the Fire Roasted Garlic salsa. Selene Kepila uses only the freshest ingredients grown by local California farmers … [Read more...]
Socialize and Shop: Lia Sophia Event in Northridge
Were you inspired by all of the jewelry seen on the Emmys Red Carpet last night? Come to a Lia Sophia event this Thursday (August 28th) where they will be showcasing the NEW 2014 Fall/Winter Collection! Plus organizers will be giving away lots of FREE jewelry. Admission is free & there will be light snacks. See details in the ad below... Disclosure: No monetary compensation was received for this post. I wanted to share this fun … [Read more...]
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