Muchacho Relleno- Impress with this Stuffed Flank Steak
I grew up eating this type of stuffed meat without knowing how “unique” it is in South America. This is one of those snacks that I used to get in the airport and it was so special because it meant…
Amazing Cazuela de Mariscos: Chowder
My mom makes this soup for only special occasions, or holidays. Everybody in the house gets exited when she announces that we would have such a treat. Specially my dad, because this happens to be one of his favorite meals…
Fantasy Donuts: Arequipe (Dulce de Leche) Donuts
When I go to Colombia to visit my parents, I usually have a long list of food that I NEED to eat before leaving. An arequipe donut is one the first things I eat right when get off from the…
Dang Fresh Tortilla: Flaky, soft, and flavorful!
I used to not understand when my Mexican friends would complain about the super market tortillas. Unless you have been in Mexico or live really close to Mexico, you can’t really imagine how much better a tortilla can be when…
I am Stoked to Have This Flank Steak Salad Again!
Like many of us, I’m on diet after crazy indulgent holiday season. I think the hard part of being on a diet is to find recipes that will satisfy my hunger and taste. This flank steak salad is one that…
A Classic Fermented Drink: Guarapo or Chicha
Guarapo or Chicha has lots of meaning in the Inca tribe. This drink is part of lots of ritual and religious traditions. Me, as half native have been drawn to learn more about my ancestors. I did grew up having…
Fabulous Genuine Native South American Masato
I can’t say enough how proud I am of being Colombian, half native, and being part of so many traditions that I’m afraid they are vanishing. My great grand father used make this drink every 2 weeks for his 3…
Lovely Corn Cake- Torta de Choclo
Road trips in Colombia are really fun. You almost have to be on diet for few weeks before the trip, so you can try the different food that you will find on the road. This corn cake reminds me of…
Empanadas of Champions: Empanadas de Pollo con Champiñones
There are so many empanada recipes that I want to share. However to get into the most “original” empanadas, I need to show the “basic” ones first. This type empanada you will find it in any tienda in South America.…
Good-Bye Summer Salad: Squash and Zucchini Salad
2020 has been an EPIC year. I usually don’t like seeing the year pass by so fast, but this year things have been different. 2020 has been a great year for self growth: to live in the moment, value family,…
