December 12 has been traditionally the day of the feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe, but it also is National Poinsettia Day ...
December 12 – A Twice Special Day
Category: Mexican Culture
A Day of the Dead Offering
A few years back, I prepared a full Day of the Dead offering, including cempasúchil, and in another year, I only made a small offering with basic elements. This year, I did not grow cempasúchil in my garden, but this week my Mexican tarragon plants were at their blooming peak, so I decided to use them in this year's offering ... click on title for more
Gansito™ Cake – A Full-Size Dessert Inspired by a Classic Snack
It has become a trend to make full-size cakes that look exactly like snack-size treats, from French fries to chocolate bars and more. For my church's annual Christmas sale, I thought of creating a giant Gansito™, a snack consisting of a chocolate covered vanilla cake, filled with strawberry jam and cream ... click on title for more
Molcajete – An Ancient Tradition yet still Useful Kitchen Tool
A molcajete is a Mexican mortar carved from volcanic rock, that comes with a pestle of the same material, called tejolote. Molcajetes have been used in Mexico since pre-Hispanic times, and authentic pieces continue to be carved by hand from a single block of volcanic rock. Once at home, a brand new molcajete must be providently cured, but then it will be ready to use for many years ... click on title for more
Mexico City’s Monument to the Revolution
November 20, 1910 marked the onset of the Mexican Revolution War. One of the most iconic structures in Mexico City is El Monumento a la Revolución - the Monument to the Mexican Revolution ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 