Atol de elote or atol de maiz is one of Guatemala’s most popular traditional drinks. If you are craving a sweet, comforting drink to warm you up during the holidays, Guatemalan corn atole is for you! This hot traditional Guatemalan drink is made with sweet corn and flavored with vanilla or cinnamon. It’s a popular … Read more
An easy recipe for Tamales de Cambray, this traditional Guatemalan dish is one of my favorite Guatemalan sweet tamales! A meatless variation of the classic tamales wrapped in tusa or corn husks, this delicious Guatemalan tamal is unique in taste and shape. Tamalitos de Cambray is a traditional Guatemalan dessert usually prepared for special occasions. … Read more
Everyone has their Thanksgiving favorites. For me, it’s the homemade cranberry sauce, sweet and tart with a touch of orange, and the cranberries almost whole. I always make a ton of cranberry sauce which means I have lots left over to enjoy recipes made with cranberry sauce for days to come. So if you’re looking … Read more
Simple yet delicious, these Tamales de Chipilin are a traditional Guatemalan food you must try! A variation of the larger Guatemalan tamales, these smaller tamalitos de chipilin are made from corn dough called masa, and chipilin (chepil) leaves. And although there is no meat in them, chipilin leaves deliver an earthy and unique flavor to … Read more
This Mexican-inspired Vegetarian recipe for stuffed butternut squash is all sorts of deliciousness in one easy meal! It’s a great option for a vegetarian Thanksgiving main dish or a vegetarian dish that can be a main or side dish for the holidays (and beyond!). I wanted to share a winter squash recipe with some of … Read more
Hilachas is a traditional Guatemalan dish similar to the Mexican Ropa Vieja recipe. It is a flavorful and easy-to-make shredded beef stew simmered in a velvety tomato-based recado sauce. Like most beef stews, this traditional Guatemalan food takes time to cook but preparing it is very simple when you use an Instapot or slow cooker. … Read more
In this post, you will find the best turkey leftover recipes that the whole family will love. I’ve put together the best turkey recipes to transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into delicious soups, casseroles, enchiladas, and more with these incredible recipes! So rather than settling for a boring turkey sandwich, here are some genius ways to … Read more
Molletes is a traditional Guatemalan dessert perfect for the Day of the Dead or All Saints Day festivities. Quite different from the Mexican molletes, Guatemalan molletes are similar to stuffed French toast. They are fried pan dulce or sweet bread stuffed with milky custard soaked in a delicious syrup made with panela or raw sugar … Read more
If you’re looking for a spooktacular Halloween dessert, these easy Halloween cupcakes are perfect! You can create a bootiful dessert table in under 10 minutes with these super easy Halloween cupcakes! Sometimes, the simplest desserts are the most impressive. You will surprise ghoulish guests of all ages with these easy Halloween food ideas. From ghost … Read more
Jocotes en Miel is a traditional Guatemalan food commonly served around the Day of the Dead celebrations. These juicy jocotes (hog plums) are cooked in a bubbling sweet syrup and heavenly spices. This post will teach you how to prepare this simple yet delicious Guatemalan recipe perfect for the Día de Los Muertos festivities. So, … Read more
