It might be a lot of fun to sprout chia seed on a Chia Pet™, but chia seeds themselves have been used in many other ways in Mexico since pre-Hispanic times ... click on title for more
Chia – More than Pets
Flower of the Day – Chia Pet™ Update
In a previous post, I had mentioned that I received a Chia Pet™ as a Christmas gift from one of my daughters, and I included a brief history of this craft, originally from the Mexican state of Oaxaca. This is a fun craft, especially to entertain a gardening project during one of the coldest parts of this winter season so far, as we are experiencing here in Southern Ontario ... click on title for more
Charred Green Sauce – Salsa Verde Tatemada
Other than using raw ingredients, charring is probably the most ancient method to prepare ingredients for a salsa, and this recipe calls for a very short list of ingredients ... click on title for more
Guacamole Therapy
Making simple guacamole is a very satisfying and relaxing way - almost therapeutic - to inaugurate a molcajete ... click on title for more
How to Cure a Molcajete
Molcajetes have been used in Mexico since pre-Hispanic times. When looking for an authentic one, the main task is to determine if it was made in Mexico and carved from a single piece of volcanic rock. Once at home, a brand new molcajete must be providently cured ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 