Ayote en miel is a delicious Guatemalan dessert typically served on November 1st for All Saints Day, the Dia de Los Muertos festivities in Guatemala. Ayote en miel (or ayote en dulce) is a delicious squash cooked in a sweet syrup of panela (unrefined cane sugar) and spices. It is a popular traditional dessert among … Read more
We’re ready for some happy haunts and ghostly eats with these easy Halloween charcuterie boards. If you’re looking for the best Halloween foods, you will find lots of kid-friendly Halloween snack ideas here as well as haunted treats that are perfect for adult entertaining on Hallow’s Eve. From scary-good cheese boards and wickedly delicious Halloween … Read more
When it comes to traditional Guatemalan tamales, Paches are one of the most popular tamales in Guatemala. Made from mashed potatoes mixed with bread and sometimes corn flour and a savory tomato-based recado sauce, these potato tamales are wrapped in banana leaves. This post shows an easy recipe for making Guatemalan paches de la capital … Read more
This post is sponsored by Coleman Natural. This keto-friendly recipe for Hot Dog and Egg Tacos is easy to make and the perfect breakfast, brunch, or breakfast for dinner recipe. Made using low-carb tortillas, Coleman Natural Hot Dogs and a fried egg topped with avocado and freshly made salsa, these keto-friendly breakfast tacos are … Read more
If you’re looking for spooktacular and super easy Halloween food ideas for kids, this Halloween dessert board is it! This sweet Halloween charcuterie board makes for the perfect Halloween party snack for kids. It’s filled with Halloween treats that take only minutes to make, from spooky mummies and creepy spider webs to ghoulish ghosts and … Read more
In this post, you’ll find the best Guatemalan desserts with lots of easy and delicious Guatemalan dessert recipes to choose from, whether you are in the mood for platános en mole, Buñuelos, champurradas, canillitas de leche, empanadas de manjar or anything in between. I have included all of the best traditional Guatemalan desserts, and the … Read more
If you are looking for a fall appetizer, this autumn harvest charcuterie board is a show-stopper! A fall grazing board is a great way to include all your favorite fall flavors. Mix pumpkin spice and maple, add in seasonal autumn produce like pears, apples, and figs for a Thanksgiving appetizer that is easy and quick … Read more
This post is sponsored by Coleman Natural. When it comes to purchasing pork at the supermarket one of the first things I look at is making sure that my pork is raised without antibiotics. I share a lot of pork recipes and that is why I thought it was important for me to share how … Read more
These easy Guatemalan traditional recipes are ideal to make your 15 de septiembre (Guatemala’s Independence Day) or Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations. I have included some of my favorite recipes, from savory traditional Guatemalan dishes like tamales colorados, enchiladas ,chiles rellenos and Guatemala’s national dish pepián to delicious Guatemalan desserts like canillitas de leche, buñuelos, champurradas … Read more
Guatemalan tamales colorados are one of my favorite traditional Guatemalan dishes. After lots of experimenting, I have come up with the best recipe for Guatemalan tamales, including easy step-by-step instructions. This Guatemalan tamal recipe is based on my grandmother’s recipe, with some personal tweaks. Made with corn masa and a chicken or pork filling wrapped … Read more
