Have you ever wondered how to make horchata without rice? When it comes to Mexican drinks, or as they’re known in Mexico ¨aguas,¨ none has received so much love and world renown as the horchata. This is because it is so well textured and flavored that it almost feels like a snack unto itself. It … Read more
Where did quesadillas originate? Do you know? Quesadillas are a food that countless people fall in love with when they visit Mexico. It consists of a tortilla filled with cheese and folded over to be cooked over a pan. It may sound simple enough. However, with a quality masa and cheese, it serves as one … Read more
Being such a whimsical word, what does chilaquiles mean? Chilaquiles are one of the absolute favorite dishes of Mexicans. And. ironically, one of the most off-putting for foreigners who come to visit. While they may tend to look pretty straightforward, there are many varieties that reflect the multi-culturalism that Mexico is so famed for. In … Read more
Perhaps you have wondered: What is tamarindo drink? It sounds tropical and whimsical. But is it something that you can actually drink? Although tamarindo is a plant that is believed to have African origins, it gained world renown through arabic trade. Its use is very common throughout Latin America with everything from candy to sauces … Read more
Have you ever wondered how to cook milanesa steak? But before that, have you wondered, what kind of meat is in this milanesa which is found in so many Latin-American restaurants? Well, it’s just a thinly sliced cut of regular steak. However, what makes it truly special is in how it is then coated with a … Read more