Out with old and in with the new is the theme of the Chinese New Year. Bam’s Kitchen has been busy cooking up a storm and creating and organizing for my expansion of a new and improved self hosted culinary site.
Here is a sneak preview of some of the treats I have been making in Bam’ Kitchen…. Life is short so lets start with dessert first. Warm and cozy Asian spiced pears that are gluten-free and diabetic friendly.
How about a zesty Thai beef salad?
Or how about a nourishing and warming Southeast Asian noodle Laksa that is slightly sweet, spicy and vibrant, with a tropical creaminess from coconut milk?
I am still doing a bit of cleanup and reorganizing on my new QA data website. I just love the new functionality and recipe search function and many other goodies and I hope you will too.
For those wordpress reader followers out there, it is very important to note then when a site moves from a wordpress site to a self hosted site the wordpress “reader” functionality may or may not stay functioning and I may fall off your list. Please take a moment to follow me by e-mail, twitter or facebook, google reader, RSS feed or pininterest and I will be doing the same with you to make sure that I never loose touch with all of my dearest foodie friends. (All of the Bam’s Kitchen social networks are located conveniently on the right hand side of my website.)
My new website will still be found at http://bamskitchen.com. I will be sure to be keeping you up to date on a go live date and thanks so much for your patience.
Take care,
BAM
Tandy
January 19, 2013 at 1:53 pm
Nice sneak previews!
Bam's Kitchen
January 19, 2013 at 4:52 pm
Thank you Tandy. I have lots of new posts and recipes to share and I will do this once my new site is ready. I hope you have a super weekend! Take care, BAM
Francesca
January 19, 2013 at 1:55 pm
Can’t wait to see the new site! I’m sure it will be wonderful.
Bam's Kitchen
January 19, 2013 at 4:48 pm
Thanks Francesca. I am looking forward to the change but I have lots of work to do first. Thanks for being patient as I get things prepared. Take care, BAM
Dawn
January 19, 2013 at 2:27 pm
So tell me, how was the switch, was service are you using? Was it easy?
Bam's Kitchen
January 19, 2013 at 4:38 pm
I am still in the QA stages so will let you know once I am fully up and my consensus. So far, I would not say it is not easy but it is something that I have been wanting to do. Take care, BAM
thecompletecookbook
January 19, 2013 at 2:47 pm
Ooh, there is clearly loads of wonderful deliciousness on its way.
Mandy
Have a lovely weekend.
Bam's Kitchen
January 19, 2013 at 4:31 pm
Thanks Mandy. My recipes and posts are really started to overflow. I need to get them documented soon. Have a super weekend!
Karista
January 19, 2013 at 3:40 pm
You’re making me hungry! Looks fantastic and I can’t wait to see your new blog site.
Bam's Kitchen
January 19, 2013 at 4:25 pm
Thanks Karista. I have lots of clean up yet to do so thanks for being patient. Take care, BAM
tableofcolors
January 19, 2013 at 4:04 pm
Good luck with your transition! I’ll be looking forward to checking out your new blog!
bakeaffairs
January 19, 2013 at 6:17 pm
That looks fantastic and I look forward to see your new blog!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:56 pm
Thank you very much. This week has been challenging as my boys have been extra hungry and hard to get photos before all the food disappears. Take care, BAM
gardenfreshtomatoes
January 19, 2013 at 6:48 pm
Oh – those PEARS! Can’t wait!
Good luck, Bobbi!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:54 pm
Thank Marie, how is your back? I love this light fruit dessert so many spices but none of the guilt.
Norma Chang
January 19, 2013 at 8:03 pm
All the best with your new transition, looking forward to visiting your new home.
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:53 pm
Thanks Norma. Guess what lotus roots are in plenty in the markets now. Just made lotus crisps and a Chinese soup and a quick stir fry with it as it perishes quickly. Did you grow those in your garden this year?
Norma Chang
January 28, 2013 at 8:46 pm
Lotus root grows in a pond. If I had a pond I would probably experiment as they will grow in the Hudson Valley..
Kathleen Richardson
January 19, 2013 at 10:00 pm
What time is dinner?
Kathleen Richardson
January 19, 2013 at 10:04 pm
Remember to click on the pic, BAM! (Sorry I forgot to change it for you this time; just so excited about the meal and the site change.)
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:50 pm
My door is always open and there is always an extra spot at the table for you. Take Care, BAM
petit4chocolatier
January 19, 2013 at 10:07 pm
Best wishes with the transition and I cannot wait to see the unveiling. This little sneak preview is really wonderful!! I agree with Kathleen, what time is dinner and dessert??
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:49 pm
You are welcome any time for dinner. My only suggestion is you come early before my teenage boys eat everything. Take care, BAM
Danny @ 1227 Foster
January 19, 2013 at 11:36 pm
Can’t wait to see the new site!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:47 pm
Thanks Danny and looking forward to keeping in touch.
Rachel @ The Pescetarian and the Pig
January 20, 2013 at 12:23 am
Exciiiiiiiiiting! I did the same thing in November for my site (as you probably remember). I hope wordpress comes up with a way for followers to still follow those who move to self-hosted wordpress.org sites because it has such great functionality and would keep us within the community!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:46 pm
Hello Rachel, I am so glad you made your move as your real personality is shining through. I just watched your first video today and that was so fun. I am right there with you on getting the reader functionality to stay intact when you move to a .org. I have installed a jet pack and hope that will help some . How is Cupcake ?
Natalie
January 20, 2013 at 12:30 am
The Asian spiced pears look unbelievably good!!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:41 pm
Thank you Natalie. I actually made both Asian pears and apples together and it really hits the spot on these cooler days.
ChgoJohn
January 20, 2013 at 2:49 am
You’re such a tease, BAM! I cannot wait to see your new home. Good luck in the move.
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:39 pm
Hi there John I hope your feeling better. I have been cooking and configuring feverishly but still need a bit more time before the changes. Everything always takes a bit longer than planned. Take care of your self as the flu epidemic is really hitting its peak.
ChgoJohn
January 21, 2013 at 3:44 pm
I’m fine, BAM, and you’re very sweet to check up on me. I look at it as getting the flu now so the rest of the year is free. I always was a trend setter.
Choc Chip Uru
January 20, 2013 at 3:47 am
Ooooh looks exciting
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:33 pm
Hi there CCU how did your exams go? I think I need some CCU chic chip cookies to help me finish with the build. Take care, BAM
Sibella at bakingwithsibella.com
January 20, 2013 at 7:03 am
Looking forward to seeing your new site Bobbi!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:31 pm
Hello Sibella my boys have been over on your site telling me I need to start baking like you. You have been a very busy baker! Love your new banner on your site it is so creative.
Sibella at bakingwithsibella.com
January 21, 2013 at 10:36 pm
Hi Bobbi, thanks so much! I can bake, but I wish I could cook like you!
My new blog heading I created my self. It’s really not hard at all… If you need some tips let me know
Have a great week!
Eha
January 20, 2013 at 8:51 am
All the best for the move . . . . meanwhile would so love into the screen for a bowl of that laksa!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:29 pm
Eha I have just been craving curries and spicy soups now like the one I made for weeks now. I just can’t seem to get enough of it. Maybe it is the cooler weather that makes me crave these delightful treats.
nancyc
January 20, 2013 at 9:39 am
Can’t wait to see your new site!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:25 pm
Thank you. I just love the new way it is organised it is so much easier to find what your looking for. Looking forward to keeping in touch. Take care, BAM
Aoife.D
January 20, 2013 at 3:28 pm
Good luck with the move Bam!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:24 pm
Thank you and I will be over to visit you soon. Just trying to catch up during my bus commutes and it is so hard reading this small print on my phone.
bentodays
January 21, 2013 at 12:40 am
Those spiced pears look delicious!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:22 pm
Thank you and you know what they are even great cold and would be quite nice in a bento box. Will be visiting you soon. Take care
Barbara Bamber | justasmidgen
January 21, 2013 at 12:51 am
How exciting!! I’ll be switching to self-hosted in February.. so I will be watching you as you brave the change ahead of me:D Good luck and never worry, you won’t be lost from me!! I can’t wait to see those recipes popping up! xx
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:21 pm
Best wishes to you Smidge and how fun we are doing this together. Looking forward to following you wherever you go. Take care, BAM
john@kitchenriffs
January 21, 2013 at 1:03 am
Nice sneak preview! The new site looks good, and I’m drooling over the upcoming recipes. Love the pears (and I like the idea of starting with dessert first!).
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:18 pm
Thanks John I will be over to your site soon. You cannot believe the amount of tweaking and organisation required after you move everything over. I almost feel I am in my CPOE senior analyst position at U of M before our go live. Lol … Just kidding and having a lot of fun with it and hope you will too.
dianeskitchentable
January 21, 2013 at 3:18 am
What do they say about pictures being worth a thousand words? I’m really counting on you to start first with dessert – let’s do those pears. I’m sure the new site will go smooth as silk – I mean you should be working with all 10 fingers now right?
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 3:10 pm
Life is short so dessert first is a great plan. As of last week I am back to functioning with 10 finger! Life is good. Take care, BAM
dianeskitchentable
January 22, 2013 at 6:10 am
Yeah YOU !!!! All 10 fingers – it must be such a joy and so much less bother just being able to do basic things without worrying about getting bandages wet and all that.
yummychunklet
January 21, 2013 at 3:30 am
Ooh, those pears…delicious!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 2:45 pm
I made it with apples too and it was a great light ending to a meal.
rsmacaalay
January 21, 2013 at 5:21 am
Cant wait to see the upcoming recipes just from the previews I can say this will be exciting
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 2:40 pm
Thanks Ray, lots of new and exciting recipes are on the way. I have been lots of fun creating in BAMs Kitchen.
peaceloveandsmoothies
January 21, 2013 at 9:20 am
Those Asian spiced pears look great!
Bam's Kitchen
January 21, 2013 at 2:38 pm
Thank you and minus the whipped topping they are made healthy as well.
Tonette Joyce
January 22, 2013 at 12:35 am
Looks wonderful and I will be waiting.Salute!
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:42 am
Thank you Joyce. Thanks for your patience as I do some prep and configuration changes on the upgraded site.
sweetsimplestuff
January 22, 2013 at 1:38 am
Everything looks great to me!
Sammie
January 22, 2013 at 2:58 am
Hi Bam!!! Congrats on the new blog! Can’t wait to see all your delicious recipes!
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:26 am
Thanks Sammie and thanks for your patience while I tweak it and make all the configuration changes. Take Care, BAM
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:32 am
Thank you Sammie! Lots of cooking and IT configuration going on in Bam’s Kitchen
Amy Tong
January 22, 2013 at 3:43 am
Oh goodness. These recipes all sound wonderful and I can’t wait to try them all out. I love anything spicy…That Thai Beef Salad is calling my name all over the place.
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:24 am
Hello Amy, thanks so much for stopping by. I have been craving hot and spicy foods lately and lots of Thai foods, curries and other delights, maybe it is the cooler weather. Just visited your site and have booked marked that lovely panna cotta treat for later….Take Care, BAM
rabbitcancook
January 22, 2013 at 4:29 pm
Hi BAM, Looking forward to visit your new blog and treat myself to those delicious dishes from your kitchen
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:07 am
Hi There Rabbit! Thank you and just to let you know I made my boy a little bento box in his lunch for his birthday using a combination of your ideas. He came home with a smile on his face. Take care, BAM
katya kitchen
January 22, 2013 at 9:46 pm
Hola Bam, first Happy 2013, it´s been a while since last time we talk, just surprise with your new blog, I´m sure is delicious, I can´t wait to see……:)
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:04 am
Katya,it is so good to hear from you!!! Wishing you a very happy and healthy new year too! Take care, BAM
katya kitchen
January 25, 2013 at 2:17 am
Thanks Bam you are always very nice , take care you to,
Stefano
January 22, 2013 at 11:51 pm
Exciting news, Bam: judging by the “sneak peek” you gave us it really looks awesome!
Can’t wait to see it live!
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 8:59 am
Thank you Stefano. Now we just need to think of some great wine pairings to go with these dishes. Thanks so much for your patience as I transition over. Take Care, BAM
Karen
January 23, 2013 at 4:47 am
I can wait to see all your new creations…the sneak peak looks terrific.
Bam's Kitchen
January 23, 2013 at 9:01 am
Thank you Karen. I have lots lots of configuration changes to make so thanks so much for your patience as I transition over. However, I have been cooking up a storm. Take Care, BAM
squishymonster
January 23, 2013 at 11:38 pm
omg, that laksa looks so silky …I’m dying for it, Bam!!
Bam's Kitchen
January 24, 2013 at 7:12 am
Thank you, I have been craving hot and spice and curry like dishes for the last 2 weeks. I just can’t seem to get my fill of it. However the coconut milk and spice that I crave. Take care, BAM
wok with ray
January 24, 2013 at 12:02 am
I am so glad to see you moving BAM’s Kitchen to the next level and I can’t wait to see it, my friend. These previews of dishes are just amazing. Take care, BAM.
Bam's Kitchen
January 24, 2013 at 7:10 am
Thanks Ray! I have been cooking up a storm so I can’t wait to start to get these recipes posted.
Anne ~ Uni Homemaker
January 24, 2013 at 1:43 am
How exciting to switch over to a self-hosted site. Best of luck and I’ll be following!
Bam's Kitchen
January 24, 2013 at 7:08 am
Thank you Anne! I also am looking forward to keeping in touch with you. Take Care, BAM
Geni - Sweet and Crumby
January 24, 2013 at 1:49 am
I am so excited for you and hope that all goes very smoothly. The food sneak peek is enough to keep me checking on your progress every couple of days. I can’t wait for these recipes! That Laska has me very intrigued. Take care!
Bam's Kitchen
January 24, 2013 at 6:59 am
Thank you Geni. I can’t say this transition is going smoothly and it is going to need some time to get some issues ironed out. However, I promise some laska will be coming soon whether it is on my existing site or the new one. Take Care, BAM
bitsandbreadcrumbs
January 24, 2013 at 7:45 am
It all looks so wonderful…especially those pears! I’m excited for you about your new site. I’d like to try and do that as well this year, though am not quite ready for the plunge…perhaps in time for my two year anniversary in June, fingers crossed. Meanwhile, I will surely stay with you when you move and thanks for the heads up! How’s your hand BTW. Perhaps I missed the update, I need to surf back here and see what I’ve missed.
Bam's Kitchen
January 24, 2013 at 8:40 am
Thanks Betsy, all is well and finger is now healed after 2 visits to urgent care and 4 weeks of healing. Take your time converting over as it is not a super easy task and currently I am dealing with some bugs in my new theme so there is now a delay. I hope to get this sorted out soon.
bitsandbreadcrumbs
January 24, 2013 at 8:43 am
I’m so glad to hear that your finger has healed, BAM. I was just told to expect at least 8 weeks before my tendon will return to normal, and possibly longer. It’s tough with the fingers and hands! I will take your advice and take my time. I’m not even sure what all is involved so haven’t set a date to commit to!
Mich Piece of Cake
January 24, 2013 at 1:31 pm
This is simply mouth watering BAM… can’t wait to see the full postings for each.
Bam's Kitchen
January 24, 2013 at 2:29 pm
Thank you Mich! Hopefully soon and if not will post right here for you. Take care, BAM
Bam's Kitchen
January 25, 2013 at 7:29 am
Thank you and the great news as these recipes are super easy and healthy as well. Who knew that healthy could taste so good…
Quay Po Cooks
January 24, 2013 at 7:18 pm
OMG! what a wonderful spread of yummy food!
Lisa
January 24, 2013 at 10:06 pm
I’m so excited for you, Nam! I’ve been blogging almost 5 years and I have yet to self-host, much less redesign. I just can’t get there for some reason. However..I’ll definitely share in your joy, and by the looks of the sneak preview dishes…I’m REALLY looking forward to it!
Bam's Kitchen
January 25, 2013 at 7:18 am
Hello Lisa, I know exactly why you have not made the change as it does comes with many headaches. Currently, I have a bug or some issues in the new theme and it may takes weeks for me to get this sorted out or I may have to start this process all over again. You might very well start to see my recipes right here on wordpress until I get this all sorted out. I am still cooking up a storm so will have to post somewhere soon. Take care, BAM
Lisa
January 24, 2013 at 10:06 pm
Err…BAM, rather!
Nami | Just One Cookbook
January 25, 2013 at 2:03 pm
Super excited for you! Great sneak previews and I can’t wait to see the recipes! The noodles are calling my name…
Bam's Kitchen
January 26, 2013 at 8:48 am
Arigato Nami-san. This laska recipe is so delicious. I have made 3 times just this week as I have been craving some spicy and creamy curries. Take care, BAM
gourmetgetaway
January 25, 2013 at 9:15 pm
I can’t wait to see the new site, I change recently too so I know the difficulties. Love all these delicious recipes!
Bam's Kitchen
January 26, 2013 at 9:08 am
Thanks for stopping by and looking froward to keeping in touch. Take Care, BAM
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
January 26, 2013 at 4:14 am
Best of luck in the move Bam. I have been thinking about doing that forever but I worry that it will be too complicated.
I can’t wait for all these yummy treats
Bam's Kitchen
January 26, 2013 at 8:45 am
Thank you Sawson. I have encountered a bug in my new theme and it will require over 60 hours of reconfiguration on my part to go live. In summary, it is always a bit more complicated than it appears. No worries though either here or there I will be posting again soon.
Hannah (BitterSweet)
January 26, 2013 at 11:04 am
Well that’s an encouraging sign, and enticing teaser! Can’t wait for those new recipes and the final redesign outcome…
Bam's Kitchen
January 27, 2013 at 9:39 am
Thanks Hannah. I have been cooking up a storm but have had a slight problem with a software bug so my go live date will be postponed. Don’t worry though I will be posting my recipes soon whether that is here or in my new little home. Take care, BAM
Bluejellybeans
January 27, 2013 at 3:16 am
Congratulations for your new site! I’ll make sure to follow
don’t want to miss anything!
Bam's Kitchen
January 27, 2013 at 9:37 am
Thank you and looking forward to keeping in touch. Take Care, BAM
Marina@Picnic at Marina
January 28, 2013 at 11:18 am
Well done, BAM! I wish you a smooth transition. Thought of you today when I cooked with my teenager.
Bam's Kitchen
January 28, 2013 at 4:53 pm
How fun! What did you guys make together? Wishing you a super day. Take care, BAM
Purabi Naha
January 28, 2013 at 5:02 pm
Not sure whether the earlier comment went through…Just wanted to tell you that I am looking forward to the new look of your blog. Happy CNY to you and yes, those spiced pears look perfect!
Bam's Kitchen
January 28, 2013 at 6:39 pm
Thanks for stopping by Purabi! I just read your recipe for Nepalese dumplings and they sound wonderful. Yum!
Ashley @thedrivencook
January 29, 2013 at 6:22 am
I made the switch to a new site and am glad I did. Best wishes to you in your move!
{Main St. Cuisine}
January 29, 2013 at 11:09 am
Bam, best wishes with your big move! I hope all goes smoothly and I can’t wait to see what you’ll be sharing. In the meantime, I’ll be trying to catch up on what I’ve missed here for the past few months.
Bam's Kitchen
January 30, 2013 at 4:49 pm
Thank you and welcome back. I am busy here configuration and getting things in order on my new site and have been cooking so I can’t wait to get all of those things posted soon. Take care, BAM
Balvinder
January 30, 2013 at 2:13 pm
Anxiously waiting for your new site.
Bam's Kitchen
January 30, 2013 at 4:32 pm
Thank you for your patience. I am sorry for the delay. I am having some technical issues with my new theme requiring hours of intensive reconfiguration. How about a enjoying a little gluten free, diabetic friendly version of chocolate fig truffles while you wait. http://bamskitchen.com/2012/08/28/chocolate-figgy-truffles/. Take Care, BAM
Courtney
January 31, 2013 at 3:21 am
Can’t wait to see all these delicious recipes. Hope all is going well with the change over.
Bam's Kitchen
January 31, 2013 at 6:57 am
Thank you Courtney. The change over is taking longer than I anticipated as lots of reconfiguration required but hope to have these recipes out real soon. Take Care, BAM
susartandfood
February 1, 2013 at 2:47 am
Good luck with the change – I’m sure it will be amazing. Great pics as usual. I need to do something new. I hardly have the time to blog or check in on my favorites these days, unfortunately.
Bam's Kitchen
February 1, 2013 at 6:59 am
Thanks for your support! I know life is really busy and mine just got way more busier. I am feverishly doing some reconfiguration of each and every one of my pictures on my site. Lots of work but I know that in the end it will make the readers happier as it is so much easier to navigate. Change is never easy but sometimes it is required. Wishing you a super weekend! Take care, BAM
Jo
February 5, 2013 at 1:06 am
Yay! A new site! Can’t wait to see it! Your pics are gorgeous! BTW, This is Jo from Jo-Lyns…
I had two sites. You might remember Jo-Lyns Cup Cakes N’ Candies. I don’t have that one anymore. But I don’t blog there anymore. I just have one now. Hot Diggidy Blog Diggidy, What You Do To Me is my bloggy home now. I’ve been there since 2008. You might say it’s my ‘baby’. Anyway…good to be back, I’ve missed you! Been sick and busy and sick again…I’m gonna look around and see what’s new…don’t worry I’ll wipe my feet at the door! 