Welcome to my Antigua Guatemala Travel Guide! As a native Guatemalan who grew up visiting this magical city, I’m excited to share everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip — including the best things to do in Antigua Guatemala, hidden gems, top festivals, day trips, where to eat, when to visit, and insider travel … Read more
Lengua in Salsa Roja is a traditional Guatemalan dish. This Guatemalan recipe for lengua en salsa roja uses beef tongue cooked slowly in a rich tomato sauce, showcasing the depth of Guatemala’s food traditions. This beef tongue recipe combines the soft texture of this meat with the rich and flavors of the tomato sauce, making … Read more
Guatemalan traditional dances are a vibrant expression of the country’s rich cultural heritage, blending ancient rituals with colorful storytelling. Here you will find the most popular danzas folcloricas or folk dances in Guatemala. I will be sharing each dance’s significance in Guatemalan traditions, it’s history as well as the when and where you can see … Read more
These Three Kings Day or Dia de Reyes free printable gift tags are perfect for personalizing gifts from the Three Magi during Epiphany. I’ve included some free Three Kings Day designs that you can easily print at home and I’ve also included some cute Three Kings Day printable letters so your kids can write to … Read more
This easy Guatemalan recipe for Frijoles Blancos con Espinazo is a favorite in many homes in Guatemala. It’s a simple dish that mixes white beans with pork spine, creating a hearty meal full of rich flavors. This dish is one of those popular Guatemalan recipes that are enjoyed at family dinners in Guatemala and is … Read more
The Piloyada Antigueña recipe is a traditional dish from Antigua Guatemala, known for its simple yet flavorful combination of ingredients. This recipe for Piloyada brings together the unique taste of piloy beans (similar to kidney or pinto beans) with other fresh ingredients, creating one of my favorite Guatemalan recipes using beans that’s both nutritious and … Read more
Celebrate the holiday season with these Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies, a perfect blend of rich dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate, topped with festive peppermint. These cookies are a holiday dream come true for chocolate and peppermint lovers. The combination of a deeply flavored chocolate cookie dipped in smooth white chocolate sprinkled with crushed … Read more
This authentic Guatemalan recipe for tamales negros is easy to follow and includes step-by-step instructions for making Guatemalan tamales negros (black tamales). These slightly sweet tamales are a popular traditional Guatemalan dish enjoyed during the holiday season. They get their name from their dark mole sauce, and along with the tamales colorado are usually enjoyed … Read more
When you think of Sedona, Arizona, what comes to mind are the breathtaking red rock formations and the mystical energy vortexes that draw visitors from all over the world. These vortexes, like Buddha Beach Vortex, hold a special place in Sedona’s spiritual heart. What is a vortex? Vortexes, in essence, are spots where the Earth’s … Read more
As Día De Los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, approaches, I’m sharing some of my favorite marigold recipes. And yes, you can use these vibrant orange and yellow flowers, also known as cempasuchil, for cooking! Beyond their beauty, marigolds hold deep cultural significance in this annual Mexican celebration, adorning ofrendas (altars) and gravestones to … Read more
