white chocolate covered Dia de los Muertos strawberry skulls

Day of the Dead White Chocolate Covered Strawberry Skulls

We had a Day of the Dead party.  We wanted to make a celebration that our kids, who are still young, could have fund with but that also would have enough traditional elements to maintain the significance and importance of this holiday.  It really was a great opportunity to talk about great grandparents who are … Read more

spicy chicken nuggets with citrus chile ketchup

Spicy and Cheesy Chicken Nuggets With Four Dipping Sauces

Whether you want to change things up for the kids or are looking for a quick appetizer chicken nuggets can be answer. I am sharing ideas for easy and delicious dipping sauce for making gourmet chicken nuggets that are sure to become your new favorite appetizer! These sauces are perfect for whipping up before watching … Read more

pumpkin dulce de leche pancakes

Healthy Pumpkin Dulce de Leche Pancakes

For many of you fall is already in full swing and although I have been having fun with all the delicious fall flavors and have decorated with fall colors the weather here in Florida has stayed in the 80’s and 90’s.  But this morning it’s at a nice I am loving the crisp morning air … Read more

fiambre from Guatemala Dia de los Muertos

Fiambre Recipe from Guatemala for El Dia de los Muertos

Fiambre is a Guatemalan dish prepared once a year on November 1st for the Day of the Dead or Día de Los Muertos. Fiambre is a traditional Guatemalan food made from loads of veggies, cold cuts, cheeses, and a delicious caldillo rolled up into an elegant cold salad. Since it is a challenging recipe that … Read more

pumpkin and dulce de leche mousse

Pumpkin and Dulce de Leche Mousse

I love pumpkin so I wait eagerly for fall all year long just so I can have the excuse to make a pumpkin version of every one of my favorite desserts.  This time I decided to bring together two of my favorite things pumpkin mousse, which is so easy to make and Dulce de Leche. … Read more

sugar skull Dia de los Muertos Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead Celebrations Across Latin America

Many Latin American countries celebrate el Día de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, in November. During the Day of the Dead celebrations, people honor the loved ones that have passed. The Catholic holidays of Día de Todos Los Santos (All Saints Day) on November 1st and All Soul’s Day on November 2nd, Day … Read more

peanut butter cheesecake parfaits

Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Cheesecake Parfaits

Disclosure: This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with Latina Bloggers Connect and The National Peanut Board.  I am always on the go juggling working full time from home, driving kids to soccer practice and horseback riding and traveling to conferences or press trips.  I know I should get more rest but the truth is … Read more

Chicken fajita empanadas

Quick And Easy Chicken Fajita Empanadas

I love cooking but I’ve been so busy lately working and traveling like crazy that I am always look for recipes for easy meals. By the time dinner comes around and I’m wondering what to cook I have limited time. In this case I am using the Kraft Recipe Starters to help cut in half … Read more