Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada
Combining thick fruit paste (ate) with a soft to medium cheese (queso), and serving together, cut into cubes or sliced and stacked, makes an exquisite dessert or appetizer … click on image for more
My recipe for Epiphany Bread (Rosca de Reyes) is very traditional, made with dry yeast, extra egg yolks for richness and colour, and orange flavourings … click on image for more
A traditional recipe for patties from the state of Sonora in Northern Mexico, calls for a sweet concoction of pumpkin and sweet potato as filling … Click on image for more
“Calabaza en tacha” a syrupy treat of winter squash (such as pumpkin) and spices, is a traditional dish for Day of the Dead offerings, and to enjoy at home during the season … Click on image for more