Learning to make a good authentic mole sauce is on my bucket list. Many people don't realise that there is a huge amount of variations to authentic mole sauces in Mexico. There are dark brown and red ones, yellow and green; as well as spicy, chocolately and sweet variations too. If you've even heard of this dish then you are probably picturing the popular version from Puebla. That one is a dark sauce made with an enormous list of ingredients including peppers, spices, chocolate and turkey -- or ... read more
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49 Mexican Recipes For A Mexican Independence Day Fiesta
Every loves a fiesta (party) and Mexicans know how to throw a great one. Of course, there is always loads of food and variety of drinks. September 16th is Mexico's day of independence and being that I'm Mexican, I wanted to invite you to the festivities. So pick a dish and make it for your family this weekend -- even better would be to have a weekend long Mexican food party. Enjoy the recipes and I hope you have a fantastic weekend! Main Dishes: Pork (or Chicken) Tacos Cooked in Ancho ... read more
Viva Mexico, Independence Day and Red Enchiladas to Celebrate
Mexican flag courtesy of 4 International Flags Viva Mexico!!! The real Mexican Independence Day! On the evening of September 15, 1810 a priest, Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla's gathered the indigenous and mixed people of Dolores,Guanajuato to rise and stand up against the oppression that they had been under for so many generations. This speech is know as the "Grito de Dolores" or the cry of Dolores,it is a cry out for independence and an end to Spanish and Mexican born Spaniards' rule. ... read more
91 Mexican Recipes for Your Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
Cindo de Mayo is tomorrow and I'm super excited to share 91 Mexican recipes that you can choose from for your fiesta. There are options for all sorts of diets and I think you'll definitely find one or two recipes to try out. Enjoy and I have you have a fantastic Cinco de Mayo fiesta! Salsa, Appetizers & Snacks Mango, Orange and Red Chile Salsa Esquites or Mexican Corn in a Cup Baked Panela Cheese The Most Delicious Way to Eat a Papaya Charred Habanero-Garlic and ... read more
78 Mexican Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
Cindo de Mayo is right around the corner and I have 78 Mexican recipes to entice your tastebuds with. There are appetisers, drinks, main dishes, vegetarian options, sides, salsas, and desserts too. And because you know I like to keep things healthy, you won't have to worry about your waistline. Enjoy and I have you have a fantastic Cinco de Mayo fiesta! Salsa, Appetizers & Snacks Baked Panela Cheese Charred Habanero-Garlic and Cilantro Salsa How to Make a Bland Store-Bought Jar ... read more
58 Mexican Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
Since people all over the US and some parts of Mexico are gearing up for Cinco de Mayo fiestas, I thought I'd share 58 Mexican recipes to get the party started. Because I now live in Mexico it will be very interesting for me to see how the real locals in Playa observe the holiday -- that's if at all. I'll report back if we end up attending a fiesta at the city's main square. If you like historical movies and would like to know what the holiday is really about (it's not Mexico's ... read more
Enfrijoladas de Pollo or Chicken Enfrijoladas for Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo, or Fifth of May, is Mexican holiday that many Americans celebrate. Even though the holiday belongs to Mexico, Mexicans are not getting as excited about it as our neighbors to the North. To us Mexicans in Mexico and many of us living abroad, it is just another patriotic day that commemorates an 1800s battle victory over the French Army in the state of Puebla. (It is not our Independence Day, that is in September.) In Mexico it is mostly the state of Puebla that celebrates the ... read more
Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Ravioli with Pork Ragu, A Guest Post By Tasty Trix
Kicking off the special 3 year blogaversary guest post series is my dear friend Trix. I know you are all familiar with Trixie's blog Tasty Trix, and if you are not then you must live under a rock. Her friendship is one that I cherish, her blog posts and recipes ones that I very much look forward to, and her photography always makes my mouth water. I am so excited and honored to have her guest posting and celebrating with us. Please help me give Trixie a very welcome. Virtual acquaintances ... read more
Postcards From Paris: La Tour Eiffel
The cool morning breeze wakes me. I open my eyes to an unfamiliar room. I'm back in Paris! Smiling to myself because it's another beautiful morning in the French capital. There's a knock at the door. We're greeted with a warm smile and a Bonjour. Le petite dejeuner, or breakfast, has arrived. Hubby and I sit down at our small table facing a quiet residential street. Warm croissants so buttery they coat our lips, so delicate that with each bite flakes fall from our mouths. That aroma that ... read more
My First Fish Tacos
Today, September 16th, is Mexican Independence Day. I've written about the history in previous post here as well as recently in a post for my Mexico On My Plate column. If you would like the history you can read any of those posts or read up on Wikipedia. To be honest growing up my family didn't celebrate or do anything special for el dia de independencia. Had we been living in Mexico of course we would have joined all the fiestas and partaken in the food feasting. It is not a holiday I ... read more
Chorizo Stuffed Chiles, No Ordinary Chile Relleno
*Thanks for voting this recipe into the Foodbuzz Top 9 today!** As a child my family moved to America. My immigrant Mexican family adopted many American traditions, we celebrated most of the American holidays along with a few Mexican holidays. We have the same values, worries, hopes and aspirations for our loved ones. You could say that besides being bilingual, and eating Mexican food my family was your typical suburban family living in America. One of the biggest American ... read more
Arroz ala Mexicana for Bicentennial Celebrations
Tomorrow is a big Mexican holiday, our Independence day. This year there will be a very big and special celebration because 2010 is a year of bicentennial celebrations. Tomorrow September 16th marks 200 years of independence from Spain. November 2010 also marks the 100th anniversary of our Revolution. Being that in 2010 Mexicans are commemorating such big events and celebrations there are huge parties and celebrations planned throughout the country and even Mexicans abroad are planning large ... read more
An Interview With That Skinny Chick Can Bake, My Favorite Foodies Series
In this edition of My Favorite Foodies Series we meet Liz of That Skinny Chick Can Bake. Liz's blog is one of my favorite blogs to browse through when I crave something sweet. Her collection of baked goodies is extensive and one that will surely inspire you to bake. The evidence of Liz's baking awesomeness is here in this small collection of photos. She is proof that we can all indulge our sweet cravings without going overboard. Yes, she is skinny and yes she CAN bake. Liz is just as sweet as ... read more
Picadillo and Cinco Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
Tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo or the 5th of May, a Mexican holiday. Last year I gave you a small history lesson about the holiday, and you can read the full post here. But to give you a brief summary , "Cinco de Mayo or 5th of May is a Mexican holiday celebrating the victory of the Mexican army over the French army in the battle of Puebla on the 5th of May 1862. Contrary to popular belief in America and other parts of the world, this is not the celebration of Mexican Independence from Spain..." I ... read more
World Cup and Enchiladas Verdes (My Way)
Hey did you hear the 2010 World Cup ( Football , to Americans I mean Soccer) tournament starts tomorrow in South Africa? Well of course you have, that is unless you live in a cave or have no connection to the outside world, ha ha just kidding. OK if you are not a fan of Football / Soccer than you probably wouldn't know, but it's hard to block out the constant bombardment of promotion. Either way the tournament is being kicked off the host country ,South Africa, against my birth country Mexico! ... read more