http://192.168.169.76:80/foodfoodhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-pasta-salad-editionIs the summer heat getting you down? Skip reheated leftovers and cool off with three refreshing make-ahead pasta salads. Part 7 of our what’s for (work) lunch? series features a smoky barbecue ranch pasta salad, savory sesame-ginger soba with tofu, and a colorful Mexican street corn-inspired pasta salad. Which one will you try first?Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-pasta-salad-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Pasta%20Salads/Pasta%20Salads%201600x500.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Pasta%20Salads/BBQ%20Ranch%20Chicken%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy meals, easy packable, lunchMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/skip-the-cafe-with-homemade-coffee-syrupsWhile coffee syrups are often a delicious addition to your morning cup, they often contain a lot of sugar and artificial ingredients. Making your own syrup means you have the power to control which ingredients and how much sugar to add! Here are some recipes that are healthier and still infuse flavor in your latte.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/skip-the-cafe-with-homemade-coffee-syrups/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Coffee%20Syrups/Coffee%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Coffee%20Syrups/Three%20Syrups%20540x304.jpgfoodcoffee, morning, breakfast, caffeineMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-viral-recipes-editionPart six of our what’s for (work) lunch? series takes us online! From a pasta that caused grocery stores to run out of feta to a versatile beef and sweet potato bowl, here are some recipes that have gone viral over the last few years and for good reason: They’re delicious, easy to make, and perfect for your workday break. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-viral-recipes-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Viral%20TikTok%20Recipes/Viral%20Recipes%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Viral%20TikTok%20Recipes/Hot%20Honey%20Bowl%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy meals, easy recipe, easy packable, lunch, viralMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-to-cook-for-eggplant-month-three-easy-ideasEggplant is one of those foods that surprises you when it’s done right. July is Eggplant Month, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate a veggie that’s versatile, budget-friendly, and great at absorbing flavor. From a cozy eggplant Parmesan pasta skillet to bold garlic eggplant and a smoky baba ghanoush, these recipes might just change your mind. Read more on islandscene.com.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-to-cook-for-eggplant-month-three-easy-ideas/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/eggplantmonthHERO.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/eggplantmonthTHUMB.jpgfoodeggplant, recipes, cooking, food, easy, hawaii, localCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/meatless-marvels-easy-plant-forward-recipesEating less meat doesn’t have to mean giving up the foods you enjoy. In our latest e-cookbook, Meatless Marvels, we share simple, plant-forward recipes that make it easy to add more vegetables to your meals.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/meatless-marvels-easy-plant-forward-recipes/Media/Default/Cookbook/ecookbook_vegetarian_recipes_july_2026_HERO-1.jpg/Media/Default/Cookbook/ecookbook_vegetarian_recipes_july_2026_THUMB.jpgfoodecookbook, cookbook, cooking, recipes, vegetarian, easyCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/sneaky-spinach-dessertsSpinach may be known for its leafy green goodness, but its neutral taste also means it’s the perfect vegetable to hide in desserts! From smoothies to baked goods, you’ll never know these sweets have a hidden green gem inside.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/sneaky-spinach-desserts/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sneaky%20Spinach%20Desserts/Spinach%20Desserts%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sneaky%20Spinach%20Desserts/Vanilla%20Cake%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy recipe, dessert, Desserts, spinachMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/anyone-can-cook-how-to-find-confidence-in-the-kitchenDo you get stressed in the kitchen? Same. But after spending most of my 20s relying on the microwave, I’ve spent the last three years learning ways to make cooking less intimidating. Here are a few basics that helped a reluctant home cook build confidence in the kitchen (no passion required).Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/anyone-can-cook-how-to-find-confidence-in-the-kitchen/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Anyone%20Can%20Cook/Kitchen%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Anyone%20Can%20Cook/Cooking%20Cartoon%20540x304.jpgfoodcooking, island scene, kitchen, kitchenware, TipsMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-buddha-bowl-editionBuddha bowls have it all: hearty grains, colorful vegetables, plant-based proteins, and a flavorful dressing. In part 5 of our what’s for (work) lunch? series, we’re sharing how to create a delicious Buddha bowl that’s meal prep-friendly, plus a lineup of recipes that range from fresh and comforting to bold and spice-forward.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-buddha-bowl-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Buddha%20Bowls/Buddha%20Bowls%20HERO.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Buddha%20Bowls/Peanut%20tofu%20540x304.jpgfoodWork, workplace, easy recipes, easy meals, lunch, bowls, food seriesMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/better-than-takeout-healthier-homemade-breakfast-sandwichesIf you enjoy fast food breakfast sandwiches but want to save money (and your arteries), we have recipes for healthier, homemade versions. With just a few simple swaps, you’ll have a more nutritious but still delicious breakfast ready in no time. You can make one, two, or a whole batch to throw in the freezer. Your future self will thank you! Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:52:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/better-than-takeout-healthier-homemade-breakfast-sandwiches/Media/Default/Courtney/healthierbreakfastsandwichALLHERO.jpg/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/04%20-%20healthierbreakfastsandwichALLthumboriginal.jpgfoodbreakfast, Recipe, easy, meal prep, cooking, pancake, portuguese sausage, egg mcmuffinCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-snack-box-editionAs a kid, lunch in the school cafeteria was a big deal. Sure, there were the musubi, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, or the rare treat of leftover soup or stew in a thermos. But if you were lucky enough to have a compartmentalized meal kit with crackers, cheese, and meat, suddenly everyone wanted to be your friend. These lunches follow the same concept: an assortment of snacks, easy to assemble, and fun to eat. (Popularity may or may not be included.) Thu, 28 May 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-snack-box-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Snack%20Boxes/Snack%20Box%20HERO.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Snack%20Boxes/Charcuterie540x304.jpgfoodWork, lunch, easy breakfast, easy recipe, easy mealMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/decadent-but-healthier-desserts-sheet-pan-styleWe’ve covered sheet pan dinners, so what comes after? Dessert, of course! From chocolate cake to peanut butter chunk oatmeal bars, try these treats. They’re a little healthier than their traditional counterparts and will serve a crowd.Thu, 14 May 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/decadent-but-healthier-desserts-sheet-pan-style/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sheet%20Pan%20Desserts/PB%20bars%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sheet%20Pan%20Desserts/Choc%20cake%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy recipe, dessert, Desserts, easy recipes, sheet panMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/lightened-up-burgers-for-national-burger-dayCelebrate National Burger Day (May 28) with a lightened-up version of a typical smash burger or enjoy a meatless version that’s packed with fiber and flavor!Tue, 12 May 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/lightened-up-burgers-for-national-burger-day/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Natl%20Burger%20Day/Burger%20HERO.PNG/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Natl%20Burger%20Day/Smash%20Burger%20540x304.jpgfoodburger, Food, barbeque, BBQ, grill, pickles, tomatoes, recipesMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/fold-eat-repeat-part-ii-tortilla-sandwichesOur article on onigirazu, or sushi sandwiches, was such a hit, we’re back with more foldable recipes. But this time, we’re going to the original source of inspiration, the viral foldable tortilla hack. Since the onigirazu was perfect for lunch or dinner, we’re making a breakfast tortilla and a dessert one, too! Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/fold-eat-repeat-part-ii-tortilla-sandwiches/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/dessertHERO.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/breakfastTHUMB.pngfoodhawaii, hmsa, breakfast, dessert, foldable sandwich, series, tortilla, hazelnut, spinach, pesto, easyCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-cold-lunches-editionSome offices may not have a microwave in the break room. So, as in part 3 of our monthly series, what’s for (work) lunch?, we’re sharing a variety of cold lunch ideas, no heat required. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-cold-lunches-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Cold%20Lunches/what’s%20for%20(work)%20lunch.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Cold%20Lunches/Egg%20Salad%20BODY.jpgfoodWork, lunch, easy meals, easy recipes, easy packable, cold, SandwichMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/three-easy-sheet-pan-dinnersWe love to make things easier in the kitchen, and sheet pans help make that happen. Prep is usually minimal, and the oven does the rest of the work! Try making a vegetarian dish that went viral for its simplicity and bold flavor, a rich and creamy mac and cheese that’s celebrity chef approved, or a crispy chicken cutlet that’s garlicky and perfectly crunchy. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/three-easy-sheet-pan-dinners/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sheet%20Pan%20Dinners/Sheet%20pan%20dinners%20HERO2.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sheet%20Pan%20Dinners/Feta%20THUMB.jpgfoodislandscene.com, Food, easy recipe, easy dinner, Quick, dinner ideas, dinnerMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/fold-eat-repeat-sushi-sandwichesIf you’re a fan of eating onigiri, or musubi as we call it in Hawaii, you’re going to love onigirazu. It’s basically a sushi roll in sandwich form! Instead of making it the traditional way, we incorporated the viral foldable tortilla hack from a few years back. The result is a packable, customizable, and delicious meal or snack. Here are some ideas to get you started!Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:59:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/fold-eat-repeat-sushi-sandwiches/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/onigirazuHERO.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/sushisandwichesTHUMB.jpgfoodsushi, foldable, hack, sandwich, lunch, easy packable, diy, rice, healthy, seriesCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/protein-coffee-four-waysWe know protein coffee can increase your protein intake, but how do you make it taste good? Protein powder has the unfortunate reputation of being grainy or clumpy. But, after some experimentation, we discovered four ways to enjoy this extra morning boost! Try a banana bread cold brew or a classic iced vanilla latte. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/protein-coffee-four-ways/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Proffee%20Recipes/Protein%20Coffee%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Proffee%20Recipes/Banana%20(2).jpgfoodcoffee, protein, healthy recipes, island scene, nutrition, series, easyMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-mason-jar-editionIn part 2 of our what’s for (work) lunch? series, we’re taking you outside the lunch box and inside the jar! Learn some basic layering tips to keep your jar meals as fresh as possible, plus some delicious recipes perfect for meal prep. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-mason-jar-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Mason%20Jar%20Lunches/Burrito%20Jars%20HERO.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Mason%20Jar%20Lunches/Caprese%20Salad%20BODY.jpgfoodisland scene, easy recipe, easy recipes, easy meals, lunch, Work, seriesMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/make-ahead-freezer-mealsSometimes, cooking just isn’t in the cards. That’s why, in honor of National Frozen Food Month, we’ve compiled this list of freezer-friendly meals. You can still get a delicious meal without cooking the night of. Plus, we have some tips and tricks to ensure your freezer meals taste as flavorful as the day you made them! Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/make-ahead-freezer-meals/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Frozen%20Food%20Month/National%20Frozen%20Food%20Month%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Frozen%20Food%20Month/Sloppy%20Joe%20Casserole%20BODY.jpgfoodFood, easy recipes, easy dinner, easy breakfast, meal planningMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/shake-up-your-st-patrick-s-dayCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a healthier version of a popular fast-food chain shake. Even though we snuck in a few fruits and vegetables, it’s still a delicious and indulgent treat to enjoy on March 17 and beyond! Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/shake-up-your-st-patrick-s-day/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/stpatricksdayHERO.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/stpatricksshakedoneIMAGE.jpgfoodSt. Patrick's Day, shake, drinks, smoothie, green, healthy, fruits, veggiesCourtney Takabayashi