Living on Guam, Paula never had to prepare anything more complex than fried rice. Her parents cooked plenty and there were so many parties to attend. As a college student at the University of Oregon in the mid 1990's, Paula struggled to make local dishes following recipes out of an old Chamorro cookbook. Since and ever since, she has learned from her elders, recording their invaluable tips and tricks. Paula modified ill-written Chamorro recipes so the dishes turned out exactly the way they were supposed to look, taste and feel. By 2005, Paula considered putting together a cookbook to pass on to her children so they could enjoy and carry on the Chamorro traditions. 

Paula was so inspired by her latest trip home in February 2006.  With a desire to preserve and share her culture, Paula wrote A Taste of Guam in the Winter of 2006.  It was published by Infinity Publishing later that same year.  All the recipes include a short narrative:  something from a friend, a tip from grandma or a slice of history.

Paula's second book is NOW AVAILABLE:  Remember Guam, A collection of memories and recipes to warm your heart and lighten your spirit. This is a beautiful compilation of precious stories from folks who at one time or another, were on Guam, spanning across the oceans and across the generations.  This book also has 20 recipes NOT found in A Taste of Guam.

Paula recently changed the title of her third book. It was originally "Chamoritta Passions." However, Paula has found a single word that encompasses the book beautifully. It's a SURPRISE! She has been working on this historical romance novel, based on Guam, since 2006.  The book encompasses life on the island just before, during and after World War II. It will be out in a few years.

Paula's Story  From Flab to Fabulously Fit, an autobiography of an island-girl fitness trainer written to INSPIRE,  MOTIVATE, and EDUCATE.