Because of their names, sweet flesh and black seeds, pitahaya and pitaya are often confused with each other; both are cacti native to Mexico and Central America … click on image for more
Pitaya and Pitahaya
Paddle Cactus – Nopales
I realized how spoiled I had been, when I recently saw fresh nopales at one international market in my area, neatly packed, but with the spines intact … click on image for more
Mexican Breakfast – Cacti in the Garden and on the Plate
This might be one of the best examples of the "ground to table" philosophy … click on image for more
How Vanilla met Pie
First cultivated in Mexico, how did vanilla become the cornerstone of the finest desserts in Europe? … click on image for more
Crop Update
So far, it has been a very hot and generally dry summer in my area, but with regular watering and bug inspections, my garden seems to be doing well … click on image for more
My Slice of Mexico 