My Slice of Mexico

My Slice of Mexico

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Category: Mexican Cuisine

Mexican Cuisine, Soups

Vegetable Soup – Caldo de Verduras

May 27, 2019June 4, 2019by Irene18 Comments on Vegetable Soup – Caldo de Verduras
Vegetable Soup – Caldo de Verduras

Any and as many vegetables may be used in this soup, but the one that must always be included is cabbage, cut into wedges, not chopped, so it remains slightly crisp, but still cooked enough to infuse its delicious sweetness and flavour into the broth … click on title for more

About Me, Desserts, History and Regional Cuisine

Orange Jello with Carrots

May 2, 2019May 5, 2019by Irene14 Comments on Orange Jello with Carrots
Orange Jello with Carrots

This dessert is simple but the combination of flavours is really delicious, and the colours both from the jello and the carrots are sure to brighten up the day. Also in this post: a nomination for the Mystery Blogger Award and recipes for Cinco de Mayo … click on title for more

Desserts, Mexican Culture

Easter – A Sweet Memory (with Recipe)

April 18, 2019March 22, 2021by Irene32 Comments on Easter – A Sweet Memory (with Recipe)
Easter – A Sweet Memory (with Recipe)

During my recent visit to Mexico City, two of my dear friends from high school and me took one of those two-deck tour buses along Paseo de la Reforma. reminiscent of my "staycation" days during Easter time. A cajeta jello (jelly) is a sweet treat to enjoy this Easter Sunday … click on title for more

main course, Mexican Cuisine, snack, appetizer

Poblano Peppers with Tuna Salad Stuffing

April 2, 2019April 28, 2020by Irene12 Comments on Poblano Peppers with Tuna Salad Stuffing
Poblano Peppers with Tuna Salad Stuffing

Stuffed poblano peppers are a classic dish in Mexican cuisine, but this particular recipe is unique because the peppers are prepared in a quick pickle and served cold, not baked or fried; using tuna salad as stuffing is a welcomed choice for the Lenten season … click on title for more

salads, snack, appetizer

Stuffed avocados

March 26, 2019March 26, 2019by Irene11 Comments on Stuffed avocados
Stuffed avocados

In Mexico, avocado halves are popular vessels for all sorts of salads and cocktails: pico de gallo, seafood, sausage, egg, and the humble yet delicious, tuna salad … click on title for more

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Southwestern Ontario, Canada
Hardiness zone: 6B
2023
Nova Scotia Oat Cakes (October 2022)

Gansito Cake (December 2024)

Zucchini and Oat Soup (January 2025)

Chanchamitos (Fiesta Friday, December 26, 2025)

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My Places in Mexico

Mexico City – Market
Culiacán, Sinaloa – Clay Cookware
Chichen Itza, Yucatán – El Caracol

My Mexican Heirlooms

Molcajete with Tejolote 1960s
Bowl with Still Life 2000s
Japanese Tea Set, from Bazar del Sabado 1990s

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