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Tres Leches Cake with Salted Whipped Cream Recipe
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One of my fundamental beliefs in life is that it’s not a celebration without cake, and this tres leches cake is the best way to ring in your next birthday, holiday, or to just enjoy with family and friends. The light sponge perfectly soaks up the sweet milk mixture and the salted whipped cream…
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Easy Curtido Recipe (Salvadoran Pickled Cabbage Slaw)
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Curtido is a classic Salvadoran condiment often paired with pupusas, pan con pollo, and other savory dishes. The sharp, acidic flavor perfectly compliments savory meat and cheese dishes. If you can find it, dried Mexican oregano gives curtido an even deeper, herby flavor. You can always purchase curtido at your local supermarket, but there’s…
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Easy Homemade Salsa Verde (Authentic & Flavorful)
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Salsa verde is a symbol of tradition, family, and the bold, fresh flavors that define Latin American cooking. Every family does it a little differently, but my favorite is this straightforward, weekday salsa verde. Add serranos for a spicier variation, avocado for a creamy texture, or cumin for a hint of smokiness. The vegetable…
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How to Make Traditional Mexican Hot Chocolate
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On the first cold night of the year, I look forward to the sweet, spicy warmth from a mug of hot chocolate. This recipe uses cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate for extra richness. Cinnamon and Cayenne add depth and spice that makes this comforting, delicious drink that much better. And make sure not to…
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Baking Conchas Together: A Tradition You Can Taste
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There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked conchas filling the kitchen. It’s a sweet, comforting aroma that instantly brings back memories of cozy mornings, family gatherings, and visits to the local panadería. With their soft, pillowy dough and signature crunchy topping shaped like a seashell, conchas are more than just a pastry.…
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Tamales From Our Kitchen to Yours: A Tradition Wrapped in Love
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Making tamales isn’t about the end result; it’s about the process. Typically, the whole family comes together for a special occasion like Dia de los Muertos or Christmas. This is an intensive recipe, so the more cooks in the kitchen, the better. Someone’s soaking the corn husks, someone else is whipping up the masa,…
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Pan de Muerto: A Sweet Tradition of Love and Memory
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As autumn settles in and the scent of cinnamon and orange blossom fills the air, Pan de Muerto takes its place at the heart of Día de los Muertos celebrations. This bread isn’t just a seasonal treat — it’s a symbol of love that connects generations. Baked in homes across Mexico and beyond, Pan de Muerto honors those…
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A Family Favorite: The Story Behind Chilaquiles Verdes
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Living in Los Angeles, Mexican food has always been more than just something I enjoy—it’s comfort, connection, and the kind of meal that wraps you up in a warm hug. I’ve always had a soft spot for green sauce—on tacos, burritos, everything—so chilaquiles verdes have naturally become one of my all-time favorite dishes. My…
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Carne Guisada with Bell Peppers & Tomatoes
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Carne Guisada: A Sunday-style dish meant to be savored slowly, surrounded by the people you love. There’s something about carne guisada that makes you pause—and not just because it smells incredible. Guisada (or guisado) simply means “stewed”—and in many Latin homes, it means more than that. It’s the kind of dish that cooks low…
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Arroz con Leche (Rice Pudding the Way My Mom Makes It)
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A cozy, not-too-sweet classic that warms you from the inside out. There are so many variations of arroz con leche out there—some are very sweet, others served chilled, some with raisins, and others with condensed milk poured in like a love letter. But this version? This is the one my mom made. It’s not…