There’s a restaurant here in Denver called Cholon that I have always try it. Problem is, it’s not gluten free friendly at all. But they have the most delicious looking items on their menu. Like pork belly buns, and dumplings, and tamarind glaze short ribs. All I have heard from people is that it’s one of the best restaurants in town. But I KNOW that I would be sick if I went there. This is my small effort to create something as tasty as they make without it being covered in gluten. Gluten is just the worst. I envy those who can shovel in the gluten with no issue at all. If you’re one of those, go to Cholon and be completely happy. You bastard.
So get this: my hair has been greasy lately. Wtf? No, please do not say “Maybe you’re pregnant. My hair got weirdly greasy when I was pregnant.” I get this comment all the time. This is what it usually looks like:
Me: “I’m so tired lately. I’ve had such a hard time getting out of bed.”
Reader: “Maybe you’re pregnant. I was so tired all the time when I was pregnant.”
Me: “I have to pee all the time.”
Reader: “You’re probably pregnant.”
Me: “I’m craving sweets like crazy lately.”
Reader: “You’re definitely pregnant. It’s just science.”
No, I’m not pregnant. And will not be pregnant any time soon. Just because I met the man I’m going to marry doesn’t mean I forgot how to practice safe sex. I’m pretty good at using my brain. But back to the point, my hair is greasy for no apparent reason. I should talk to my hair stylist about it first, but nah, I’ll just bring it up to you. What the fudge, people? It will be good to go for a half day and wham, I’m a grease ball. I really hate it a lot. Help me fix this!!!!
Yay guess what?! I just scheduled engagement pictures! And ordered a dress about 10 minutes after scheduling the session. How do you decide what to wear? Tell me your inspiration!
It’s snowing right now and it’s suppose to be 80 degrees on Saturday. What in the…
Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder/butt
For the marinade
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon coconut vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cherry or plum jam
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha
- 1 teaspoon chinese five spice
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Cut pork into chunks, removing the excess fat if you prefer. Place chunks of meat in a gallon size ziploc bag.
- Add all ingredients for the marinade in a medium sauté pan and place over medium heat. Whisk to combine. Let cool then pour marinade over pork in bag. Place in refrigerator to marinate overnight, at least 12 hours or more.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, pour water in the bottom of the baking sheet (to keep from burning) and place a wire rack on top. Place the chunks of pork on top of the wire rack. Sprinkle each piece of pork with a bit of salt. Place in oven to bake for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove from oven, flip meat over and use a basting brush to baste the pork with leftover marinade (leave enough to do this once more).
- Turn oven to 400 degrees and place back in oven to cook for 15 more minutes, repeat with basting process and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Ha! I get the same response too whenever I say I don’t feel great because I ate something i shouldn’t have that had gluten it it!
My life story! Gluten and all. It’s currently my coworkers’ favorite thing to tell me that I must be pregnant!
“No thanks, coffee doesn’t sound good right now.” You must be pregnant!
“Wow, I need to cut back on my water intake! Can you keep an eye on my class for a few minutes?” Are you sure your birth control is working?
“Thanks for the invite, but I think I’ll stay in tonight. I’m pretty wiped out from the week.” Are you pregnant?
No! Goodness, people! It’s like as soon as you get married, people think they have a right to pry into your personal life!
So I always have greasy hair, hate it. But dry shampoo totally changed my life! I tried all sorts – and obviously the most expensive was the one I liked the most … Bumble and Bumble Pret a Powder. It’s amazing, seriously.
Excess dietary fat can contribute to greasy hair and scalp. Too much of a good thing, I guess. http://www.healwithfood.org/greasyhair/diet.php
I had the same greasy hair issue that just popped up out of no where. Made me feel awful, greasy hair makes me want to shower 4503453 times a day. It still happens here and there and my integrative doctor said it’s related to stress/adrenal issues & hormones. Apple cider & baking soda washes seemed to help cut through it, but definitely didn’t make it stop.
Hair stylist here – it may be that you have silicon buildup on your hair. (Does it take a long time to dry? How about to get thoroughly wet? These are also signs of buildup) Try washing it with a clarifying shampoo like 3 times in one shower. It should help, and it can’t hurt.
Hi Juli – the best advice I received for my engagement photos was to pick an outfit that is timeless… meaning no styles that are too trendy or patterns that are too “loud”. The last thing you want is to look back at the photos in 5 or 15 years thinking “What the heck was I thinking?” Good luck!
that’s definitely a good call!
The last time I highlighted my hair it was weirdly greasy for about three weeks. I used tea tree shampoo and it finally went away. Never happened before.
Here is the advice I got for engagement pics:
1. Don’t wear really loose clothing as it will make you look bigger (you probably know this tip since you are a blogger!) 😉
2. Don’t be too matchy matchy. You don’t try to match your fiancé…ever, really. So why now? Wear something you are completely comfortable in and that makes you feel beautiful.
3. Bring a change of clothes so you have options in your pics (but not too many-I only brought one change.)
I’m sure they’ll turn out great!
To all the gals who wash only a few times a week – what do you do if you work out everyday? I want to spread my washes out, but I like to get a good sweat everyday. Help! I usually add some baking soda to my shampoo when it seems to have build up. I HATE when my hair gets greasy.