May 18, 2023
Pulpo a la Gallega / Spanish-style Octopus

Pulpo a la Gallega, also known as Galician-style octopus, is a traditional Spanish dish originating...

January 24, 2015

Today I have something for vegetarians or Chilean food lovers! Empanada is stuffed pastry baked or...

August 7, 2014
mojito

Few things are better than sipping on a refreshing frozen cocktail on a warm summer day.  ...

April 19, 2014
flan

In chef John Verlinden's new book To Cook is to Love: Nuevo Cuban: Lighter, Healthier Latin...

December 2, 2012

Mango upside down cake is a tropical dessert.  If you are a fan of mangoes, you are going to...

August 21, 2012
sandwich

Heat up the grill and make this delicious Cuban sandwich.  Slices of roasted pork loin and ham...

July 17, 2012
churros

These chocolate churros from Mommie Cooks are a crazy good confection.  Churros are no longer...

April 6, 2012
steak

Surprise your significant other with a Latin inspired meal of skirt steak served with chimichurri...

November 16, 2011
cranberries on their way to becoming sauce!

Pinot noir and hibiscus may sound more like a summer sangria or agua fresca recipe than cranberry...

October 10, 2011

Some of my favorite desserts are from Latin America.  I love the use of cinnamon and sweet...

October 3, 2011
sweet potato gnocchi with chanterelles and sage

A roundup of the best gluten free and vegetarian recipes, you say? You got it! This Meatless Monday...

September 27, 2011
tacos

Tender brisket, slow cooked to melt-in-your-mouth perfection -- an autumn staple in our house! From...

September 24, 2011
corn and chicken stew

Ajiaco or Colombian corn, chicken, and potato stew is a hearty and comforting dish that is full of...

September 19, 2011
enchilada

Enchiladas are a versatile dish that can be filled with just about anything.  This version...

September 14, 2011
tomatillos chiles lime chili verde

Going into fall, what could be better than curling up by the fire with a warm bowl of chili? Not a...

August 30, 2011
apples

It's that time of year: apple season is right around the corner! Fresh granitas are a super...

August 29, 2011
vegetarian tacos

Happy Meatless Monday! Here are three quick and easy Mexican-inspired vegetarian meal ideas, as...

August 14, 2011
cilantro

An herb with international influence, cilantro has an incredibly powerful flavor profile. A key...

August 12, 2011
tortillas

Gluten free flour tortillas are an elusive creature: a staple around the world, flour tortillas can...

August 10, 2011
tacos

A favorite summertime spirit, tequila is for more than just margaritas! From appetizers to entrees...

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