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A Very Serious Financial Plan (Featuring a Cat)

January 18, 2026

Every day I tell Chetito to use his cat powers so we can win two million dollars…
You want to MARRY me?

January 17, 2026

Today is our 3rd wedding anniversary. Wow. I truly can’t believe it…
Three Girls, Three Colors, One Perfect Galentine’s Day Skirt

January 15, 2026

Check out this beautiful skirt from Free People. I was shopping at UTC with my friend Bred when she showed me the green version, and the second I saw it, we both said the same thing:
Most meaningful wedding present award goes to…

January 14, 2026

…a few guests surprised us with physical gifts, and one of them completely stole my heart because of how deeply symbolic it is. It represents one of the most important cores of any relationship: having shared goals.
Not everybody likes fedoras

January 12, 2026

…but that’s the beauty of personal style!
And the perfect gym jacket award goes to…

January 11, 2026

…puffy, soft, and available in our favorite colors. I fell in love with the pink one…

Hey there! I’m so happy you found your way to my little corner of the internet. I’m a Mexican chef living in sunny San Diego, married to my favorite person and surrounded by our two dogs and two cats (aka the real bosses of the house).

I started this space to share the things that make me happiest — good food, new places, meaningful connections, and a lifestyle that celebrates creativity, joy, and balance. I love exploring the world, finding restaurants worth dreaming about, and discovering how people live, cook, and love across different corners of the planet.

Around here, you’ll find recipes inspired by my travels and my roots, food stories, hidden gems, and lifestyle insights — from the Southern California way of life to what it’s like being a Latina here. My motto? Always lead with love, generosity, and curiosity — they make life taste better.

I hope you leave this page feeling inspired, hungry (in the best way), and a little more connected. Welcome — I’m really glad you’re here! 🌎💛

A Very Serious Financial Plan (Featuring a Cat)

You want to MARRY me?

Three Girls, Three Colors, One Perfect Galentine’s Day Skirt

Most meaningful wedding present award goes to…

Not everybody likes fedoras

And the perfect gym jacket award goes to…

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