The Joy of Simple Wok
simple . easy . tasty . Chinese and Taiwanese recipes for busy foodies!
My name is Joy. And that’s how I see the world: through a half-full glass lens via an adventurous life, never short of surprises.
I am a mother, a working mother, and a single working mother. I am a Taiwanese immigrant who has braved the East Coast for over two decades! Without any relatives nearby, it’s been a busy life raising my two daughters alone in New York.
A couple years back, my eldest daughter called me and asked how to make a simple stir fry dish. That’s when I realized cooking lessons were lost between my children’s school work, violin lessons, and tennis classes while they were growing up.
And that’s why I wanted to share these recipes through my blog:
Simple Wok
簡單鍋 (jiǎn dān guō)
For my two beautiful daughters, Michelle and Stephanie…
Here, you will find the recipes of your favorite dishes, complete with pictures or videos, and step-by-step instructions. It’ll be like I’m right next to you, teaching you each step of the way.
For those who don’t have time to make a complicated meal…
Both my daughters are now young professionals in their twenties, working long hours and building their careers in New York City. These simple yet authentic recipes are tailored for anyone of any age and job who is too exhausted to make a fancy dinner and tired of ordering expensive take-out every night. I hope this website provides you with the recipes and tools to make delicious meals, quick and easy!
For any parents who have been as crazy busy as I was…
Try some of the recipes that helped me survive through my motherhood and provide your loved ones with easy-to-cook healthy and tasty meals every day!
For anyone who enjoys Chinese food and appreciates Chinese culture…
Feel free to share your thoughts on my blog and recipes. I hope you will find my tips helpful and find that my stories illustrate how wondrous and simple a wok life can be 🙂 If there are any Chinese recipes not yet on my website, just shoot me a note from my contact page. I will definitely find time to create a post for it! Any other suggestions or comments will certainly be appreciated.
Lastly, a bit about myself besides being a mom:
I am a hands-on philosopher, an enthusiastic explorer, and the queen of plates. I love abstract art, sculpture, and collecting interesting dinnerware. Many of my dinner plates are irregularly shaped, as I am a perfectionist who appreciates the beauty of imperfection. Here is a selection of my art collection at home, In Celebration of Empty Nest. I’m sure you see some varying patterns 🙂
Hope my blog has helped make your life a bit easier and brings you a little dose of joy every day!
Truly Yours,
Joy
