Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada
There are many different versions of octopus cocktail in Mexico; continuing with the Sinaloa state theme, my rendition includes fresh vegetables, and a concoction of tomato and cooking liquid from the octopus ... click on title for more
Los Mochis is a city in the Northern part of the state of Sinaloa; ideally located next to the port of Topolobampo, and at the starting point of the railway connecting to mountainous Northern regions, the city offers a manifold selection of attractions, as well as restaurants; local specialties are served every day, such as pulpo a la plancha - octopus on the griddle ... click on title for more
Empanaditas means "little patties", also the name of one of the most traditional sweet treats in the Mexican state of Sinaloa, and in particular, in the city of Los Mochis. Traditional countryside recipes call for beer amongst the ingredients for the dough ... click on title for more
Although not native to Mexico, peas have become a staple in the Mexican kitchen: the bright green pearls adorn Mexican rice and soups, get scrambled with eggs, or mixed in salads, as is the case of a simple bowl of peas and canned tuna fish ... click on title for more
I have bought several packets of new seed, as seen in the photo. Some are staple crops, while others are new to me, with strong Mexican connexions ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 