THE TFC BLOG

I’m a confessed recovering perfectionist and, well, a hypocrite. Although I teach people how to be flexible, I am, by nature, a control freak. I like to plan, manage, organize, and anticipate. Can’t you tell by my face in the above photo where I’m working with other chefs?! I prefer things my way and when they don’t […]

Eggs and vegetables are my all-time favorite breakfast combo. Since I’m always rushing to get out the door in the morning (but refuse to compromise with a to-go muffin), I’ve devised this simple one-pan breakfast. The veggies remind me of a potato hash, but this version packs a nutritious punch without the starchy carbs that […]

Cauliflower pizza is all the rage in the paleo world. It’s basically a mixture of cauliflower, eggs, and cheese, all blended together then baked to form a pizza crust. If you haven’t tried it yet, let me tell you, it’s really good. But one day I found myself craving a slice of pizza without the […]

Who doesn’t go a little nuts for nut butters? From my Healthified Apple Donuts to my No-Bake Chocolate Chip Energy Bites, almond butter is a staple in our pantry. If you have a jar on hand, and you’re looking for a quick and easy-to-eat-on-the-go snack option, whip up a batch of these Almond Butter Protein Balls […]

“Coffee keeps me going until it’s acceptable to drink booze.” If you’re a lover of the popular morning beverage and indulge in a boozie treat from time to time then you’re going to love this creamy coffee bomb drink recipe. Made with crushed up frozen coffee cubes, espresso vodka, and frozen coconut milk cubes, it’s satisfying on […]

Whipping up gorgeous, delicious, and good-for-you meals shouldn’t be a challenge. Rather, the kitchen should be an enjoyable place where you can let your creative juices flow. That’s why I’ve put together this list of kitchen tools that help me prepare sophisticated dishes with ease. They can transform your time in the kitchen too. Some […]

Do you have better things to do with your time than spend all day in the kitchen? Whipping up delicious and gorgeous meals that wow a crowd doesn’t have to be complicated. As long as you have a solid grasp on the basics — an understanding of a recipe’s essentials — you can easily create […]

Daily sweat sessions? Yes, please! Exercise trends are skewing in the opposite direction as research warns us about the risks of overloading, touting the importance of rest days. While it’s true that we ought to give our bodies a break, it’s a bad idea to turn into a chip eating couch potato on your “off […]

Ever since I moved to Hong Kong nearly a decade ago, I’ve learned to make and healthify a lot of different classic Chinese dishes. One of my absolute favorites is this Quick Stove Top Cauliflower Fried Rice With A Healthy Twist. If you chop the cauliflower and caramelize the vegetables just right, you can almost […]