Mom’s Frijoles
This year has been great to learn new and old things. This is an old recipe, my mom and her family has the best frijoles recipe. I have always wonder how my mom makes her beans but never actually tried…
Fire Roasted Veggies
In many places, fire roasted vegetables are very commonly used in different recipes, or as a side. I think these peppers are really easy to make and provide a really good flavor. It might sound funny, but in South America…
Potato and Creole Chicken Salad
In Cuba, it is very common to have a chicken, potato, or pasta salad in any wedding, birthday or Christmas party. As you can imagine, Cuban families have created a large number of recipes for this type of salad. I…
Cuban Creole Chicken
This chicken is perfect for summer. You will need to marinate the chicken with orange and lemon juice which will give it a great citrus flavor. For some reason, when the summer is around, I’m into adding these fruits in…
Colombian Fried Fish
In Colombia is way more popular to eat a whole fish than a fillet. Honestly, eating a whole fish, to me, is a staple of how fresh your food is. If I could pick between a whole fish and fillet,…
Huevos Rancheros
Yes! Mexican food is delicious, but these eggs are another level! Fried corn tortilla with eggs and homemade salsa on top. Nothing better than starting your with a good breakfast. I have to admit that when I want a “special”…
Seafood Quinoa
This recipe is inspired by a Peruvian cooking style with mixture of the flavors that I have learned living in San Diego. I have been trying to eat more quinoa lately, and replace rice in my diet. After trying different…
Latin Flank Steak
This recipe is one of the traditional Colombian stews with a small twist. Baking the meat at the end to give the meat more structure and texture. I see this kind of meat served in a traditional lunch restaurant, that…
Fritada Ecuatoriana
My husband, being from a city known for their good BBQ ribs, is always curious to try different pork rib recipes. The seasonings used in this recipe are typical of Ecuador. However, the way that these ribs are served is…
Agua Chile
Every time I go to Mexico it is almost like a food-marathon. Always pushing the limit and trying as many new dishes as our stomachs allow us. I tried agua chile for the first time this year. I’m so glad…
