Nixtamalization of fruit.

Guatemalan Fig Candy Recipe: Maleta de Higos

This is an easy recipe for guatemalan higos secos or higos cristalizados (dry sugared figs or crystalized figs) from Guatemala.This Guatemalan traditional candy is also referred to as maleta de higos (figs in a suitcase) because the sugared figs are usually served together in groups of four or five figs. Growing up in Guatemala, I was … Read more

Piloyada antigueña recipe from Guatemala

Piloyada Antigueña: A Guatemalan Pork and Bean Recipe

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

Xecas, Shecas o Semitas receta de Guatemala

Recipe for Shecas de Guatemala

Shecas are a unique and popular Guatemalan pan dulce or sweet bread. This recipe for Guatemalan shecas is easy to follow and once you try this you won’t stop making shecas at home. Shecas, also known as Xecas, Semitas, and Cemitas is a very popular Guatemalan bread from Quetzaltenango. These delightful bread rolls, with a … Read more

Guatemalan pan dulce

Guatemalan Pan Dulce

Guatemalan pan dulce, or sweet bread, is a beloved part of the country’s culinary heritage. From soft campechanas to crunchy champurradas, each sweet bread has a unique combination of flavors, textures, and shapes. In this article, I’m gonna share with you all about Guatemala’s sweet breads, from its origins and popular varieties to the cultural … Read more

Revolcado recipe from Guatemala

Guatemalan Revolcado Recipe

This easy Guatemalan revolcado recipe lets you recreate this traditional Guatemalan pig’s head stew at home. Made with tender and flavorful parts of the pig’s head, aromatic spices, tomatoes, and a variety of traditional ingredients, revolcado is one of the most popular traditional Guatemalan foods. Don’t be intimidated by its name, this easy-to-follow recipe will … Read more

Easter Traditions in Guatemala

Semana Santa in Guatemala: Traditions and History

In this article, we will explore the rich history and cultural significance of Semana Santa in Guatemala. I will share all about the famous sawdust carpets and the significance and main elements of the processions in Antigua Guatemala and the rest of the country. Semana Santa, also known as Holy Week, holds great importance and … Read more

Molletes and garbanzos en miel Guatemala

Molletes Stuffed with Garbanzos en Miel

These molletes stuffed with garbanzos en miel are a twist on two traditional Guatemalan desserts. The combination of the spongy syrup drenched molletes with the garbanzos en miel in the center is a great combination of two Guatemalan dishes that are popular during Lent, Semana Santa and also enjoyed during November 1st for el Did … Read more

Easy recipe for manzanillas en miel

Manzanillas en Miel Recipe

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