Sandy Lo's Blog, page 14
November 16, 2015
Don’t Be A Victim Of Self-Inflicted Pressure
When I chose a path of journalism and being an author, it was not to make money. It was to fulfill my inner desires and goals; it was to connect with myself and other people, and nothing made me happier. But, I always doubted myself because society says a career is where most of your income is created. There were times in my career where I didn't make a dime -- sure, there were perks, like free concerts, CDs, DVDs, clothes and to hang out with celebrities, but ultimately, I did it because I loved it all... Continue reading →
November 14, 2015
#MeatlessMonday: Delightful Almond Cookies
These vegan cookies are amazing! They cater to your sweet tooth without giving you a sugar rush. I got this recipe from Everyday Maven, and tried it out on Easter for the first time. Perfect holiday cookie or perfect tea time treat! I plan to make these babies for Christmas this year, but dipping them in powdered sugar to reminisce about Keebler’s Almond Crescents, which was a family favorite of ours around the holidays. Continue reading →
October 26, 2015
#MeatlessMonday: Shirataki with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Basil
You might be asking yourself what shirataki is. Simply put, it’s noodles made from tofu. What are the benefits of using shirataki versus traditional pasta? Shirataki noodles are low-calorie, low-carb, fat-free and high in fiber. These noodles come wet or dry. I usually buy the wet kind (found in the produce section near the tofu). Preparing wet shirataki is quick and simple. You boil it for a couple of minutes, rinse it and drain. These noodles are then ready to use in Asian or Italian dishes.
Pairing these noodles with sun-dried tomatoes and basil was the best thing I could have done. The Sicilian in me felt the comfort, but the health-conscious vegan felt light afterwards. Continue reading →
Pairing these noodles with sun-dried tomatoes and basil was the best thing I could have done. The Sicilian in me felt the comfort, but the health-conscious vegan felt light afterwards. Continue reading →
October 19, 2015
#MeatlessMonday: B.L.T. Snack Bites
I threw together this idea after picking up some tomatoes from the farmer’s market this weekend. These little babies hit the spot! They’d be great finger foods at small gatherings and a mid-day snack. Plus, you don’t have to feel totally guilty for indulging in a normally greasy comfort food! With these snack bites, I’ve used Phoney Baloney’s Coconut Bacon, but you could use any kind of Bac’n Bits! (If you want to keep it vegan, plenty of easy to find store brand bacon bits are meat-free, believe it or not.)
I’m not listing a serving size. There is no cooking involved, so you can make as many or as few as you’d like! Continue reading →
I’m not listing a serving size. There is no cooking involved, so you can make as many or as few as you’d like! Continue reading →
October 12, 2015
#MeatlessMonday: No Cluck Chick’n & Taters
This recipe is something I came up with years ago when I still ate chicken. It was one of my mother’s favorite dishes that I created. My sister gave it the name “Sandy’s Seasoned Cluck & Taters”.
No Cluck and TatersI had all the ingredients on hand this past weekend, minus the chicken, of course. But I did have Beyond Meat’s grilled “chicken” strips. So voila, an old favorite has been made vegan! Continue reading →
No Cluck and TatersI had all the ingredients on hand this past weekend, minus the chicken, of course. But I did have Beyond Meat’s grilled “chicken” strips. So voila, an old favorite has been made vegan! Continue reading →
September 30, 2015
It’s OK to be Mad.
Sometimes we feel ashamed to admit when we're depressed or struggling. For me, personally, I feel pressure to always be happy. This pressure not only comes from those who have known me to be the girl who is always smiling, always laughing, even when she's crying, and the one who always looks at the positives more than the negatives; but this pressure is even more so self-inflicted. I want to be that person 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. That Sandy has a ton of friends. She interviews cool celebrities. She travels the country by herself like a boss. That Sandy wrote 8 novels that she hopes will inspire others to be happy. The truth is... Happiness is not easy. Continue reading →
September 19, 2015
Winner of the “Become A Character” Contest Announced!
This was not an easy choice for me to make. I received a few requests from friends, readers and perfect strangers. I went with someone who I thought would be the perfect fit for Aylin Ashton, the fun-loving daughter of Continue reading →
August 8, 2015
Become a Character in the DREAM CATCHERS Series!
I am interviewing best friends for Aylin Ashton. I have officially started writing the 6th part in the DREAM CATCHERS series, which centers around Aylin (Jordan and Haley's daughter). Aylin is kind of friendless as of now :( You can imagine traveling the world with her dad's band, Tortured and being a celebrity's kid has made it difficult for her to make friends--real friends that are interested in her, and not the company she keeps. Do you think you have what it takes to be a true friend to Aylin? Now's your chance to be a character in my book series! Read below to find out details... Continue reading →
August 4, 2015
Travel Tuesday: Childhood Fantasies
Travel Tuesday is a hashtag I started on social media to highlight some photos from my travels. While I've blogged here about many of my travels, some photos or specific events were briefly described. So, I figured it might be fun to explore deeper into certain moments/memories. Today, I'm highlighting a photo from my first (and hopefully not my last) trip to L.A. Continue reading →
July 22, 2015
Food Finds: Comfort Food Quick Fixes
I try hard to eat healthy and not a bunch of processed foods. Let's face it, sometimes you just need a quick, indulgent fix though! Being vegan, that doesn't always come so easy. Recently, I was pleasantly surprised and delighted what quick comforts I found at my local grocery store! Continue reading →
