Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada
I asked my mom if she knew any names for Mexican fruit salad, and she thought of a recipe from the Mexican state of Jalisco called “Pico de gallo”, but when I heard that, I admit that I thought of the popular fresh salsa with tomatoes. I was puzzled ... click on image for more
There is a traditional Mexican tune “La víbora de la mar” (“The Sea Snake”), which is sung as part of a game. Two people are assigned as “melón” (“cantaloupe”) and “sandía” ("watermelon") ... click on image for more
Of fruit, sandwiches and Haiku ... click on image for more
Green on the outside, with a white rind and red juicy flesh, it is practically an edible banner of Mexico's national colours, but there is more... click on image for more
Growing up in Mexico, my friends and teachers frequently asked me about my Japanese background, so I got used to ask my parents if some particular food, word or tradition was Japanese, Mexican, or a blend. When I came to Canada as a young grown-up, I found myself talking again about food, words and traditions, but the questions had mostly turned to Mexico ... click on image for more
My Slice of Mexico 