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🍓HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY VANILLA BEAN ICECREAM — SPIKED ✨ Made from scratch using local FreshFarm with a splash of Chacho jalapeño aguardiente and fresh Vanilla Bean Kings ingredients and is crowned with homemade 🍒 cherry whipped cream (yes, made from real heavy cream)FRESHFARM is a food system nonprofit that runs markets across the DMV + offers a flexible veggie subscription — that’s how I got mineSave or Comment 🍓to have the ingredients DM🧾 IngredientsHomemade Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream • 2 cups cold heavy cream • 1 cup whole milk • ½ cup strawberries (from FRESHFARM) • ¼ cup vanilla bean sugar (Vanilla Bean Kings) • 1 tsp vanilla bean extract or scraped pod (Vanilla Bean Kings) • 1 tbsp Chacho jalapeño aguardiente • 1 scoop protein powder (optional)Homemade Cherry Whipped Cream • 1 cup cold heavy cream • 2 tbsp vanilla bean sugar (Vanilla Bean Kings) • ½ tsp cherry extract (Vanilla Bean Kings)Milkshake Assembly • 2–3 scoops homemade ice cream • Splash of milk • Spoonful of cherry syrup • Homemade cherry whipped cream • Sliced strawberry (for garnish) 🍓 • Side of cheeseburger empanadas + optional fries (because… balance 😌) Freeze Ice cream-6 hours #SummerTreats,#HomemadeIceCream,#FoodieReels,#FromScratch, #StrawberryVibes,#PinkDrinks, #BlackGirlsCook, #KitchenAesthetic by @meansofstyle

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farmers market haul → straight to the fridge 🌿🍓 strawberries → collagen + skin glow🥬 chard & greens → iron + hair growth🥚 farm eggs → biotin + strong nails🍎 7 apple varieties → gut health + clear skin🥑 avocado → healthy fats + scalp health🔴 radishes → detox + circulation🥬 bok choy → vitamin C + skin elasticity🍋 lemon → brightening + immunityyour fridge should be working as hard as you are 🌱Produce: @barajasproduceva Apples: @mickleysorchard by @meansofstyle

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📍 Umiya Sushi | Alexandria, VA 🍣✨Came to film my food… stayed for the vibes 😌 @umiyasushiva This **all-you-can-eat Japanese spot** seriously impressed me. I have **severe food allergies**, and they were incredibly careful with cross-contamination — something I don’t take lightly. I was able to eat *so much* here and felt totally safe the entire time.The food was 🔥 — yes, that’s **Wagyu over rice**, and yes, it was AMAZING. Fun fact: the team is Chinese and I speak Chinese, so being able to connect while eating my favorite food made the experience even better. It honestly felt like a mini trip to Japan 🇯🇵They also have **weekend all-you-can-eat specials**, so if you’re in the DMV, definitely check them out. Let them know I sent you 🫰🏽✨ by @meansofstyle

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5 months ago

SHEIN Vacay Vibe TrendsLinks in Bio or comment below for link NYA SZN 411389538 SHEIN MOD 410020173 SHEIN MOD 396210039 @shein_us @sheinofficial #SHEINtrends, #SHEINVacay, #SHEINpartner by @meansofstyle

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可是宝贝啊 Two months. No posts. No explanations needed. Sometimes you just have to disappear into your own life for a while. Work on new projects. Start Pilates. Make the salad. Drink the hot water. Come back when you’re ready🤍 #selfcare #workstudio #pilateslife #加油加油 by @meansofstyle

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15 days ago

New passport unlocked? Do you think they will accept these at the DMV? Asking for a friend 😅. #passportphoto by @meansofstyle

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19 days ago

Made myself a Mango Sticky Rice Cloud Drink and I am NOT sorry 🥭✨ @chiforest Fresh mango, a squeeze of lemon, crushed over ice, topped with a mango sticky rice ice cream foam and a mango rice cracker — all floating on a Chi Sparkling Refresher. Zero sugar, zero calories, all the flavor. Perfect for when you have a sweet tooth but still want to keep it light.#mango#mangofloat#chidrinks #learnchinese by @meansofstyle

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🐼🎍 | 我生活的片段。 by @meansofstyle

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2 months ago

✨ How to order boba milk tea in Chinese ✨👉 我要珍珠奶茶 🗣️ Wǒ yào zhēnzhū nǎichá = I want bubble milk tea👉 我要奶茶 🗣️ Wǒ yào nǎichá = I want milk teaSave this for your next boba run 🧋💕#Kungfutea#milktea#bobamilktea #ChineseChallenge #LearnChinese ChineseFood polygot MultilingualCreator by @meansofstyle

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Double cheeseburger… but make it Chinese 對不起 🍔🇨🇳I can’t unhear it nowDway boo chee 😉 This Forgiveness Smashburger is high-protein, ridiculously easy, and made with my @hungryroot Hungryroot staples (especially that sauce 👀).Ingredients below ⬇️Use code DEASIA40 for 40% off on Hungryroot .FORGIVENESS SMASHBURGER —🍔 Beef Patties* HungryRoot ground beef (80/20)* Hungryroot × Spicewalla Blackening Seasoning* HungryRoot Special sauce * Optional: finely diced grilled onions🧀 Cheese Layer* Thin slice sharp cheddar🥐 Bun* Croissant buns, sliced horizontally* Butter (for toasting)* Optional: sesame seeds or crushed seaweed 🌶 Apology Sauce (Final Version Using THEIR Sauce)* 1 cup HungryRoot Secret Sauce * ½–1 tsp jalapeño liquor (your heat source)* 1 tablespoon Hungryroot × Spicewalla Blackening Seasoning* 1/4 chopped pickles * 1/5 grilled onions 🥒 Toppings* Pickles (optional )* Lettuce * Tomatoe * Optional: grilled onions (In-N-Out style)🍟 Optional Side: Rosemary Winter Fries* Frozen fries* Rosemary* Garlic powder* Salt* Butter drizzle* Parmesan sprinkle#HungryrootPartner #SoftLifeCooking#DateNightDinner #smashburgers #easyrecipes by @meansofstyle

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5 months ago

🍁 Autumn Glow-Up Happy Hour Mocktail🍁Elevate your happy hour with this vibrant and refreshing mocktail, perfectly crafted with Mountain Valley Blackberry Pomegranate Sparkling Water. Known for its pure, premium quality, Mountain Valley Water has been a favorite among chefs and water enthusiasts alike, making it the ideal ingredient for your next creation.Glow-Up Happy Hour Mocktail RecipeIngredients:1 cup Happy Hour Herbal Tea, brewed and cooled1 cup Mountain Valley Blackberry Pomegranate Sparkling Water1 tbsp fresh pomegranate seeds (for garnish and ice cubes)2-3 fresh blackberries (for garnish and ice cubes)3-4 fresh mint leaves or 1 sprig of rosemary (for garnish)Ice cubes with pomegranate and blackberriesOptional Add-Ins:1 packet of vitamin C powder (for added health benefits)½ tsp Manuka honey or agave nectar (for a touch of sweetness and additional health benefits)Additional Touches: Rim the glass with Manuka honey and garnish with small herbal tea leaves used to brew the Happy Hour Tea for a beautiful visual element and a subtle, refreshing flavor.Save this recipe or DM me I’ll send you the recipe#fallmocktails #mocktailrecipe #happyhourtime #healthydrinksforhealthylife✌️😊 by @meansofstyle

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8 months ago

You asked for the creamy steak pasta dinner — here’s the glow-up version in just 20 minutes using Hungryroot groceries (with a few luxury upgradesa hungryroot = groceries + recipes delivered to yourdoor.Use code DEASIA40 to get 40% off your first Hungryroot box — groceries and pre-made meals all in one 🙌🏽Creamy Truffle Jalapeño Steak Fettuccine* 1 portion Hungryroot fettuccine pasta* Hungryroot creamy fettuccine sauce* 4-6 oz Hungryroot solo steak (pre-seared, finished in pan)* 2 tbsp black truffle oil* ~½ stick butter* 2 cloves garlic (fresh, chopped)* 1 fresh jalapeño (sliced, sautéed)* 1 cup mushrooms (any variety)* 1-2 cups spinach (added at the end)* 1-1.5 cups oat milk (added gradually, “measured with your heart”)* Hungryroot black pepper seasoning blend* Optional: 1 splash Chacho jalapeño liquor (added last for flavor boost)Peach & Pickled Onion Salad* Arugula or spring mix (optional base)* Purple pickled onions (Hungryroot)* Fresh peach slices* A handful of blueberries* Crumbled fetaDressing (shaken):* 1 tsp truffle oil* 1-2 tosp apple cider vinegar* Squeeze of lemon juice* Hungryroot seasoning blendUse code DEASIA40 for 40% off your first Hungryroot box.Not just a meal kit - a lifestyle upgrade.Comment “recipe” to get it sent to your DMs & follow me @meansofstyle for more bilingual soft life recipes#HungryrootPartner #SoftLifeCooking#DateNightDinner #FettuccineVibes #easyrecipes #pastanight #quickdinner #dinnerideas #homecooking #cookingtok #recipeoftheday #foodvideo#ChineseFruitChallenge by @meansofstyle

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