Last day in Paris.

Bonjour Paris.

It has been so much fun. 

But, it was time to go.

But, before we go.

We went for a last morning walk in paris. 

It was a beautiful day.

I will always remember these beautiful buildings.

Walking around Paris is actually nice.

There's so many things to see.

We went to the Eiffel tower and of course. 

Had some crepes.

Nutella stuffed!

Yum!

Merci Paris. 

Best Birthday Vacation ever.

Ciao Italia!

Disneyland Paris.

Our second day in Paris was spent mostly in Disneyland!

What a dream!

The weather was not perfect but it was still a good day.

We made it there in time for the Parade.

We went to Disneyworld before and I never get to watch it and I can say 

this was one of the highlights of Disney Paris for me.

Quick break from walking.

The Sleeping beauty castle.

It's not as big as Disneyworld but it has its own beauty.

So amazing to be here.

With my boys.

There's another park which is the walt disney studios.

All about the disney shows and movies.

I think the boys had more fun in this one.

More fun rides and attractions they like.

We got to watch another appearance before we left.

Then we headed back to Paris center, where we are staying.

The train ride was actually not too bad. 

Not too far too. 

Bonjour, Paris!

Hello everyone!

Bonjour!

Ciao!

It feels like it's been forever since I wrote here. 

Life has been definitely busy.

But, I'm so excited to share our trip to Paris!

It was definitely one of the best trip.

It's my birthday month and it was Spring break so it was perfect timing to go

for a quick vacation. 

The plane ride was not bad at all.

It was just an hour and half just to get to Paris.

Our hotel was so nice. 

I'm so glad I picked the good one.

It was small but just perfect for us.

Clean and it has everything we need.

except for the fridge. they didn't have that! haha!

Time to explore!

We started our walk.

Paris is such a big city. 

You can walk everywhere but all the main attractions are far from each other.

So we started exploring places that is close to our hotel.

The Luxemburg Gardens

It's beautiful everywhere I look!

Then we headed to Lourve Museum!

The weather in Paris was not as perfect.

But, this pictures was after raining.

No one was there yet!

So amazing to be here!

Then we headed to the Eiffel tower.

There it is. 

The beautiful Eiffel tower.

So amazing to just sit there and watch the tower.

Watch people take pictures.

Definitely an amazing view.

Then, we headed back to hotel and rest for another long day tomorrow.

Paris is beautiful at night I wish I had pictures but I definitely understand now why it's called

the City of light.

So amazing.

"Be a little more you, And a little less them."

"Be a little more you,

And a little less them."

Prosciutto and Mozzarella Crostini

Hubby is finally home after being away for a month. 

So, I decided to make something special for dinner!

I don't think he miss Italy that much, but maybe he missed the food even just a little bit?

So that's what I made!

This Appetizer was so good.

So easy to make.

Perfect to pair with wine.

Let me know what you guys think!

Prosciutto and Mozzarella Crostini

INGREDIENTS 

1 loaf french bread or large baguette, sliced 1/2 inch 

1 large fresh mozzarella ball, sliced into 10 thin rounds 

3-4 tbsps olive oil 

1 handful Arugula greens 

10 slices Prosciutto

Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Turn Boiler to High. Cut baguette into 10 (1/2-in) slices at an angle for more surface width. Put slices on a baking sheet. Pour olive oil in a small bowl and use a silicone oil brush to spread over one side of the bread.

 2. Place pan under broiler for 3 minutes. Remove pan and add a mozzarella slice to each toasted bread slice. Place under broiler for 2 more minutes or until desired darkness. 

3. The mozzarella should only be slightly melted. It will continue to melt after removed from the heat. Ribbon one thin slice of Prosciutto onto each toasted bread. Followed by arugula leaves. Drizzle a small amount of balsamic vinegar on top. Serve immediately. 

Enjoy!!

Time for some drinks.

Happy Weekend!

xo

-Jen

Roasted Eggplant with Spinach, Quinoa and Feta Cheese

I have been running out of ideas on what Vegetarian/Vegan dish to make. 

It has been hard to stick to being Vegetarian being here in Italy. 

But, It's not going to stop from trying  once in a while. 

The Combination of this dish was so good.

I love love Eggplant!

I plan on making more eggplant dishes. 

Anyway.. This dish is packed with Protein, low carb 

and I'm sure it will be as good if you add other stuff you would like!

Let me know what you guys think!

ROASTED EGGPLANT WITH SPINACH, QUINOA, AND FETA

Ingredients 

1 large eggplant, cut into 1 inch cubes 

2 tablespoons olive oil 

salt and pepper 

1 tablespoon olive oil 

2 cloves garlic 

5 to 10 ounces fresh spinach (to taste) 

1 and 1/2 cups cooked quinoa 1/4 cup Feta cheese 

Instructions 

1. Preheat oven to 420 F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Grease the sheet lightly with olive oil. 

2. In a large bowl, mix cubed eggplant with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Spread chopped eggplant over the lightly greased baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes (or more, depends on your oven) until eggplant softens. Midway through roasting, take out the sheet and flip over eggplant cubes to the other side using spatula - that will help even out the roasting. 

3. While eggplant is being roasted, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet, add spinach and 1 minced garlic clove and cook for a couple of minutes, constantly stirring, just until spinach wilts. Remove from heat.

 4. Once eggplant is done, immediately remove it from the baking sheet into the same skillet with spinach, off heat. Immediately add quinoa and second clove of minced garlic. This will allow cooked eggplant to release some juices when mixed in with quinoa. Mix everything well, off heat, and season with more salt if needed. Don't add too much salt or omit it altogether as you will be using Feta cheese too. Top with Feta cheese.

Inner Peace.

"Your life becomes a masterpiece

   When you master peace."