Manzanillas en miel also known as manzanillas en dulce is a Guatemalan dessert made with the manzanilla fruit (tecojote or Mexican hawthorn). It is also popular in El Salvador where it is known as dulce de manzanilla. This delicious traditional Guatemalan food is usually enjoyed during Semana Santa or Holy Week and Lent. Today I’m … Read more
I’ve compiled the best Bailey’s desserts to celebrate St Patrick’s. They’re not just your typical St Patty’s desserts though, all of these Bailey’s Irish cream dessert recipes have a special something to make this year’s St Patrick’ Day more festive! These desserts are the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth while also getting into … Read more
St. Patty’s Day is a time to celebrate all things Irish, and what better way to do that than with a festive St Patrick’s charcuterie board? Whether you’re hosting a St Patty’s Day party or just looking for a fun way to celebrate at home, a St. Patrick’s Day charcuterie board is the perfect addition … Read more
If you’re looking for unique and delicious St Patrick’s desserts these Guiness desserts are sure to be a hit. All of these delicious St Patty’s desserts include Irish stout beer as an ingredient and once you try them you’ll see why this is a fantastic ideas! Whether you’re a fan of rich and decadent cakes … Read more
Platanitos fritos are Guatemalan fried sweet plantains: ripe plantains sliced diagonally, fried until the edges caramelize, and served warm with sugar or a spoonful of crema. They take three ingredients and about fifteen minutes, and in Guatemala they land on the table next to eggs and black beans at breakfast just as often as they show up on their own for dessert.
This easy recipe for the traditional Guatemalan Bacalao a la Vizcaina is a delicious staple during Holy Week in Guatemala. Holy Week Memories With Bacalao a la Vizcaina This is one of those Guatemalan dishes that have a very emotional significance. Growing up in Guatemala, we would only have bacalao a la Vizcaina once a … Read more
Platanos en mole is one of my favorite Guatemalan desserts. This delicious recipe for sweet plantains in a velvety sweet mole sauce is a traditional Guatemalan dish you will surely fall in love with. A Taste of Home: Sharing My Childhood Favorite, Platános En Mole Growing up in Guatemala City, I have a lot of … Read more
Get ready to fall in love with Kak’ik, a traditional Guatemalan soup that’ll surely warm your heart and soul! This Guatemalan dish is packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients, with its juicy turkey, warming spices, and fresh veggies. This Mayan dish is the perfect comfort food for those chilly nights or family gatherings, and it’s … Read more
This is an easy recipe for rosa de jamaica or agua de jamaica, a traditional drink from Guatemala. Made with dried hibiscus flowers, this bright red drink is popular throughout Latin America. It is a perfect fruity punch to enjoy on a hot summer day alongside other traditional Guatemalan foods. From Guatemala With Love: The … Read more
Barquillos are crunchy sweet cookies rolled into long cylinders. This barquillos recipe is easy to make! And if you’ve never had these delicious wafer roll cookies, you’ll surely fall in love with them. Barquillos are very popular in Guatemala and many other Latin American countries. These Guatemalan cookies are light, crispy, and delicious, perfect for … Read more
