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Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
When did it become March?
soo.... when did it become MARCH??? I clearly missed February cupcakes :( but I'll make it up this March for sure. next weekend is brian's match day *dun dun dun.... we find out where we'll live in the next 4 years! ** so i'll be making some themed cupcakes with my cupcake making buddy, dita, who's the cutest sweetest girl that's been dating brian's roomie for years. can't wait for the weekend dita!
i feel like making an entry... and i found this note i wrote back in 2009 on facebook... a lot of it still applies so why not post it again.
how many of these things did you know about me?
1. Growing up, I had pet turtles, hermit crabs, gold fishes (one of them committed suicide by getting stuck underneath a cave/bridge decoration thing), and a pond of koi fishes. The latter were my favorites.
2. I used to play nintendo and super nintendo because my dad really wanted a boy. He even got me the bazooka. check it out: HERE
3. My “real” first name is Andri. Angelina is my middle name. I go by it because Andri is a boy’s name in Indonesian. There were 4 Andri’s in my 7th grade class, and I was the only one that was a girl.
4. I have a second middle name, which only some of you know, which I hope to get rid of one day for personal reasons.
5. I’ve always wanted to go hang-gliding and also learn how to fly a small airplane.
6. I love to dance. I did Indonesian folk dances, jazz, ballet, and modern. I’m not very good anymore, but I still love doing it. I regret not trying out for the Orchesis in high school.
7. I LOVE spas. Massages, facials, body scrubs, body soaks, etc… I love them all.
8. My favorite numbers are 58 and 23. Can you guess why?
9. I only lived in LA for 2 years but when asked where I’m from I say I’m from California.
10. When I’m bored I like to clean, organize, and cook.
11. I really really want that KitchenAid Artisan Stand-Mixer in RED. I don’t know what I’m going to use it for because I’m not a baker – but it’s just so beautiful! I must have it in my kitchen.
12. In high school, I did not play any musical instruments and I did not play tennis. I was in the playhouse instead – fixing costumes and singing in the chorus for a musical. I still have the video from Carousel, you can spot me real quickly from my black hair!
13. I’m a big “starter” but not a big “finisher” – especially for the books I started to read. I need to learn to do that more for my own sake.
14. I love making to do lists and crossing things out. It makes me feel accomplished. Sometimes, when I do something I consider significant but was not originally on my list, I’d write it down anyway and cross it out right after. Try it, it’s satisfying.
15. I love winter coats, but that’s about the only thing I like about winter.
16. Cheeseburger and animal-style fries with Neapolitan shake. I miss In N Out.
17. My grandfather is one of the most important people in my life. I grew up in his house and always respect his values. I miss him. I want him to walk me down the aisle when I get married.
18. I like the Santa Monica Pier. Brian promised he would let me ride the Ferris wheel there but we still haven’t done it yet.
19. Every time before I visit Indonesia, I make a long list of the foods I want to eat. The top three would be: Ayam Taliwang, Belayak/Sate Ampet, and Rujak Lombok (google them! they’re delish).
20. I like trying out new restaurants and fine dining. There’s something about dim lights, candles, and a nice table setting. O and I LOVE CEVICHES.
21. As much as I don’t believe in horoscopes/zodiacs, I’m a Leo and many of my characteristics resemble those they say about a Leo. I’m stubborn, bossy, and I like to be in control of everything around me. Hehehe…
22. I bite my nails. It’s a very bad habit that I’ve been trying to get over for years now!!!
23. My favorite Jamba Juice is “Original-Size Carribean Passion with [daily vitamin/energy] boost.”
24. I’m a planner by nature. I’m organized and I like things to be certain ways. In the past year though, I’ve noticed that I’ve learned to let go and be a little more “go with the flow.” That doesn’t mean I don’t get annoyed at myself for not having more structures in the things happening around me.
25. After all this time, I still am fascinated by the world of hotels and special events. We’ll see, later in life. Maybe I should have been a hotelie.
i feel like making an entry... and i found this note i wrote back in 2009 on facebook... a lot of it still applies so why not post it again.
how many of these things did you know about me?
Rules: Once you've been tagged, you are supposed to write a note with 25 random things, facts, habits, or goals about you. At the end, choose 25 people to be tagged. You have to tag the person who tagged you. If I tagged you, it's because I want to know more about you.
Here we go!!!
1. Growing up, I had pet turtles, hermit crabs, gold fishes (one of them committed suicide by getting stuck underneath a cave/bridge decoration thing), and a pond of koi fishes. The latter were my favorites.
2. I used to play nintendo and super nintendo because my dad really wanted a boy. He even got me the bazooka. check it out: HERE
3. My “real” first name is Andri. Angelina is my middle name. I go by it because Andri is a boy’s name in Indonesian. There were 4 Andri’s in my 7th grade class, and I was the only one that was a girl.
4. I have a second middle name, which only some of you know, which I hope to get rid of one day for personal reasons.
5. I’ve always wanted to go hang-gliding and also learn how to fly a small airplane.
6. I love to dance. I did Indonesian folk dances, jazz, ballet, and modern. I’m not very good anymore, but I still love doing it. I regret not trying out for the Orchesis in high school.
7. I LOVE spas. Massages, facials, body scrubs, body soaks, etc… I love them all.
8. My favorite numbers are 58 and 23. Can you guess why?
9. I only lived in LA for 2 years but when asked where I’m from I say I’m from California.
10. When I’m bored I like to clean, organize, and cook.
11. I really really want that KitchenAid Artisan Stand-Mixer in RED. I don’t know what I’m going to use it for because I’m not a baker – but it’s just so beautiful! I must have it in my kitchen.
12. In high school, I did not play any musical instruments and I did not play tennis. I was in the playhouse instead – fixing costumes and singing in the chorus for a musical. I still have the video from Carousel, you can spot me real quickly from my black hair!
13. I’m a big “starter” but not a big “finisher” – especially for the books I started to read. I need to learn to do that more for my own sake.
14. I love making to do lists and crossing things out. It makes me feel accomplished. Sometimes, when I do something I consider significant but was not originally on my list, I’d write it down anyway and cross it out right after. Try it, it’s satisfying.
15. I love winter coats, but that’s about the only thing I like about winter.
16. Cheeseburger and animal-style fries with Neapolitan shake. I miss In N Out.
17. My grandfather is one of the most important people in my life. I grew up in his house and always respect his values. I miss him. I want him to walk me down the aisle when I get married.
18. I like the Santa Monica Pier. Brian promised he would let me ride the Ferris wheel there but we still haven’t done it yet.
19. Every time before I visit Indonesia, I make a long list of the foods I want to eat. The top three would be: Ayam Taliwang, Belayak/Sate Ampet, and Rujak Lombok (google them! they’re delish).
20. I like trying out new restaurants and fine dining. There’s something about dim lights, candles, and a nice table setting. O and I LOVE CEVICHES.
21. As much as I don’t believe in horoscopes/zodiacs, I’m a Leo and many of my characteristics resemble those they say about a Leo. I’m stubborn, bossy, and I like to be in control of everything around me. Hehehe…
22. I bite my nails. It’s a very bad habit that I’ve been trying to get over for years now!!!
23. My favorite Jamba Juice is “Original-Size Carribean Passion with [daily vitamin/energy] boost.”
24. I’m a planner by nature. I’m organized and I like things to be certain ways. In the past year though, I’ve noticed that I’ve learned to let go and be a little more “go with the flow.” That doesn’t mean I don’t get annoyed at myself for not having more structures in the things happening around me.
25. After all this time, I still am fascinated by the world of hotels and special events. We’ll see, later in life. Maybe I should have been a hotelie.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
champagne and strawberries!
hello loves!
cupcakes are back! this january i wanted to make something wintry, fuzzy, and light.. so i asked my facebook friends from some idea, and m.lo took my "fuzzy" as "fizzy" and suggested champagne! ooo what brilliant idea :) i thought it would be super fun to extend the holidays and celebrations with this suggested ingredient, so i went with it.
the cupcakes actually weren't as fluffy/light as i wanted it to be. i think it's because i was missing 1 out of the 6 eggs called in the recipe and was too lazy to go out in the cold :( oh, and i didn't actually use champagne but sparkling riesling - hello, dr. L! every cornellian should know this wine
for the frosting i tried to cheat and make meringue frosting using this powder from williams sonoma, which i thought was fool-proof, but the mixture turned out kinda heavy, so instead of putting the mixture onto the cupcakes, i put it straight onto a baking sheet, and the result was actually similar to french macaroons! whee!
but i still need some frosting! what good are cupcakes with no frosting?! after scratching my head thinking of what can be done with what i already have in my kitchen, i resorted to the classic buttercream mixed with some strawberry preserves.
cupcakes are back! this january i wanted to make something wintry, fuzzy, and light.. so i asked my facebook friends from some idea, and m.lo took my "fuzzy" as "fizzy" and suggested champagne! ooo what brilliant idea :) i thought it would be super fun to extend the holidays and celebrations with this suggested ingredient, so i went with it.
the cupcakes actually weren't as fluffy/light as i wanted it to be. i think it's because i was missing 1 out of the 6 eggs called in the recipe and was too lazy to go out in the cold :( oh, and i didn't actually use champagne but sparkling riesling - hello, dr. L! every cornellian should know this wine
for the frosting i tried to cheat and make meringue frosting using this powder from williams sonoma, which i thought was fool-proof, but the mixture turned out kinda heavy, so instead of putting the mixture onto the cupcakes, i put it straight onto a baking sheet, and the result was actually similar to french macaroons! whee!
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| photo credit: http://forevernowandthen.com |
after all, i am a sucker for these:
| photo credit: dreamstime.com |
what can be done with what i already have in my kitchen, i resorted to the classic buttercream mixed with some strawberry preserves.
*not* the prettiest cupcakes i make so it's a bit disappointing, but b helped decorate and his [on the right] turned out beautiful! :) oh yea, on top is the meringue piece - i made good use out of a mistake hehe...
finished product:
enjoy!
<3,
angelina
Monday, January 2, 2012
Wonderful Indonesia
Congratulations Indonesia [especially the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy] for winning the Tournament of Roses President's Trophy =)
makes me proud to be indo!
Happy New Year =)
hello loves,
i hope you all had a wonderful new year's eve :) this new year is a particularly special one for me as i will be marrying my best friend this coming may. not only that he will [finally] graduate from med school and we can live in one place together!
for nye, we chose to count down with mickey and friends at disneyland. my bestie actually recently relocated from nj to san diego and she and her bf drove up to spend nye with us :) look at the castle all lit up and beautiful!
how did you spend your new year's eve?
cheers <3,
angelina
Thursday, December 29, 2011
New Beginnings
hello lovelies,
happy holidays from sunny southern california :) 2012 is around the corner and i thought what better time to start a blog than a new year... i love new things- they always seem to sparkle and shine! top that with my love of cupcakes, and you've got Sprinkles, Sparkles, and Shine!
Sprinkles, Sparkles, and Shine is a story of things i love, things that inspire and excite me. things that touch me and i'm passionate about... my cupcake adventures, my wedding planning excitement, my love of dance... food, friends, coffee, sunsets... life.
lots of details to follow, but meanwhile i will leave you with a sneak peak to my badgley mischka... my something blue that i've been wearing around the house ;)
what was your something blue?
and of course, some holiday cupcakes! i'm cheating since these are from 2 yrs ago, but i promise to update once i'm back in the east coast
happy holidays from sunny southern california :) 2012 is around the corner and i thought what better time to start a blog than a new year... i love new things- they always seem to sparkle and shine! top that with my love of cupcakes, and you've got Sprinkles, Sparkles, and Shine!
Sprinkles, Sparkles, and Shine is a story of things i love, things that inspire and excite me. things that touch me and i'm passionate about... my cupcake adventures, my wedding planning excitement, my love of dance... food, friends, coffee, sunsets... life.
lots of details to follow, but meanwhile i will leave you with a sneak peak to my badgley mischka... my something blue that i've been wearing around the house ;)
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| photo credit: zappos.com |
what was your something blue?
and of course, some holiday cupcakes! i'm cheating since these are from 2 yrs ago, but i promise to update once i'm back in the east coast
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| red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. 12.2009. |
what are some of your favorite holiday cupcakes/treats?
<3,
angelina
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