Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada
This is my version of Caldo Tlalpeño (Tlalpan Style Soup), a traditional recipe from Tlalpan, originally a small town which has become a borough of Mexico’s capital city. This is one of those wonderful concoctions that allow a lot of variation without losing a bit of flavour or authenticity … Click on image for more
Pozole is a true Mexican dish, with hominy corn being its main ingredient. There are many variations of pozole in different states around the country … Click on image for more
This soup is good enough "para levantar muertos" (“to raise the dead”), as they say, and certainly provides enough electrolytes and hydration to continue the celebration of Mexican Independence Day … Click on image for more
Fresh garden asparagus are a great way to enhance the bright green colour of cilantro, and tame its strong flavour. The soup has a thick consistency without the addition of cream, and it can be made vegan by choosing veggie broth. It is garnished with tortilla chips, so it is gluten free. Dairy and gluten free, vegan, pretty, and gourmet; what else could be possibly asked from a soup? ... click on image for more
Cold days call for comfort food, such as my mom's lentil soup with chorizo sausage ...click on image for more
