Cooking Single in the City

So yesterday proved to be the perfect day for two friends to depart from O.C. into historic Pasadena. Granted it's only 30 minutes away or so, it was sad to think I rarely visit the home to the Bruins' cleats due to my newly fitted O.C. leash. Although we rarely visit, it was the perfect day, indeed. There was my sweet friend, Francesca, our English Tea treats and rain that sang for the couple of hours we caught up over Peach-Apricot and Ginger Peach teas. Interestingly enough, we realized that the last time we had tea together was at a four-star hotel in Paris, France almost five years ago...yikes! Regardless of where we last had tea, we were having tea yesterday, where every table of friends seemed to be enjoying conversations with sounds of a flowing fountain and elegant piano melodies echoing behind. It seems like only recently I've heard quite a few ladies inquire about the afternoon-teas I've attended, as they've never been. (At least it's not someone as...

I have been moving. This is the main reason it has taken me over a month to post what, three entries? Four, at best. Although I still remain living in the same beautiful city within Orange County's parameters, this last move has taken me about three weeks to just feel like I'm somewhat back to normal again. I know they say that moving is one of the most stressful events in a human life, so why I've felt the need to move six times within the last two-and-a-half years is beyond me! One thing I've noticed, however, during this last move that consisted of all two miles, is that I haven't had the time to cook. That being said, I've had to get creative with food that is tasty, cheap and quick! This particular morning's choice was none other than Lox and Bagles. Although I'm a bigger fan of it enjoying this tasty little dish while dining out, I have to say that the dish I made at home was not too far off! (I still think one of the yummiest lox and bagel experie...