where mariel went: korea {may 2017}

I am sitting in the Incheon International Airport, four hours away from binge watching movies on a 12-hour flight back to the Bay Area, so I couldn’t think of a better time to word vomit (for lack of a better word) and reflect on the past eight days I spent in Korea. For me, coming

what mariel did: a day in brooklyn with ophelia

I’ve had the privilege of meeting a plethora of amazingly talented and warm-hearted people in recent years, and Ophelia Ding is no exception. She is endlessly creative, kind, inspiring, and one of the most kindred spirits I’ve gotten to know. We met serendipitously last summer via a mix of having a mutual friend and exchanging

what mariel does: taking stock #11 {february 2016}

Making: this smoothie/milkshake pretty much on the daily as long as I have bananas on hand (haha and yes, that is also a shameless plug for my last blog post/video) Cooking: a lot of sweet potatoes in various ways (i.e. roasted, boiled, mashed with marinara sauce, in brownies, etc.) Drinking: hot water with lemon (because I had a lemon

what mariel made: choco coffee date shake

Happy February, friends! Fun fact, according to this site, February is National Chocolate Lover’s Month. Here’s a chocolate-y recipe for you. Have a lovely day/night, y’all. ❤ mariel p.s. shoutout to my friends, Anjali + Kat for being uber cute and making egg tarts beside me right now.  

what mariel made: loaded sweet potato

where mariel went: stone barns center for food & agriculture

Yesterday, I finally went to Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture after meaning to go for a long time after my dear friend told me of her experience there several years ago. Together with my friend, Lauren, we trekked our way upstate in a bus, train, and taxi to get from the Upper West

where mariel went: miami

My family and I recently visited Miami to see relatives and explore south/southeastern Florida. We ate good food, saw beautiful sights, and enjoyed our time with each other. Here are pictures and recommendations gathered from the trip. food recommendation :: Doggi’s Venezuelan Cuisine Whilst in Miami, we stayed with my lovely cousin, Elisa, who grew up in

what mariel eats: eggs any style

“How do ya like your eggs in the morning?” -Dean Martin & Helen O’Connell This song is one of my favorites to listen to in the morning for many reasons: It’s a happy song. Who doesn’t like a good Dean Martin song? Talks about one of my favorite foods ever. Eggs. That last point brings

what mariel made: simple add-on spaghetti

Spring break has been a godsend this past week. I decided to come back home and spend time with my family…and my kitchen. This is by no means a special recipe, but it’s the simplest dinner that I can whip up for my family, so I thought I’d share it with y’all. I’m going to

what mariel loves: instagrammers

There’s no denying it. No shame. I love Instagram, the art of Instagramming, and certain Instagrammers. I can and have literally spent copious amounts of time scrolling through entire Instagram accounts that I love. I love them all for a variety of reasons, some I look to for fashion/styling inspiration, others for food, and some