When I was growing up, I learned many lessons from my mother while helping her in the kitchen. One of the most important was that simple dishes made with a few quality ingredients often taste the best. Meat, chicken and pork were sometimes too expensive for our family, so my mother developed satisfying meals built … Read more
Whenever I cook, I like to involve my son in the preparation. He’s at an age when he’s curious about everything I do—whether he’s holding a white board as a light reflector for food photos or shaping masa patties when I make tortillas. I enjoy having him beside me, asking questions, getting creative, and letting his hands get messy frosting cupcakes or stirring a pitcher of fresh cantaloupe agua fresca. He loves it and giggles with excitement the whole time.
Happy National Guacamole Day! This week also marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins with el grito de la independencia on September 15 at midnight. Festivities run through October 15, honoring the rich history, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestry traces to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Spain. To … Read more
Warm summer days speed up fruit ripening, which is perfect for making extra-sweet aguas frescas. When I bring home fruit that isn’t quite ripe, I tuck it into a particular corner of my kitchen where it seems to ripen faster. I don’t know why — maybe that spot traps a little extra heat — but … Read more
This is a sponsored post by Mama Francesca Premium Cheese Products. In my home state of Coahuila, in northeastern Mexico, Ensalada del Desierto (Desert Salad) is a staple side dish at every spring and summer cookout. Tangy pickled cactus, sweet corn, roasted or fresh Roma tomato, crunchy white onion and tender hearts of palm come … Read more
This is a compensated post in collaboration with Latina Bloggers Connect and WGBH. October is a whirlwind month for our family. In addition to Halloween, it’s my son’s birthday, so we always combine the two celebrations with costume parties and themed desserts. This year we marked his birthday with homemade chocolate fudge cupcakes—his favorite—and a … Read more
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Avocados from Mexico. I received compensation for this post; however, all opinions are my own. Swimsuit season is just around the corner and we’re shifting into salad mode. To celebrate the warm days ahead, I created a vibrant Confetti Avocado Salad starring one of my favorite seasonal … Read more
Lentil Salad with Sausage and Shrimp Lentils are a pantry staple for me. While I enjoy them in warming soups during cold, rainy months, they also shine in bright spring dishes and refreshing salads for long summer days. With picnic season in full swing, this lentil salad is perfect for packing into a single container … Read more
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Latina Bloggers Connect and Barilla. All opinions are my own. There’s a particular spaghetti dish my mom makes that the whole family goes crazy for. She’s prepared it for years because it’s filling, stores well in the fridge or freezer, serves a crowd, and always tastes incredible. … Read more
Happy National Guacamole Day! Happy the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day as well. Since avocados show up in nearly everything I make at home, I wanted to share my latest guacamole variation: Nectarine Queso Fresco Guacamole. Adding stone fruit, fresh cheese, nuts, or even hummus to guacamole is a trend … Read more