Bananas and plantain are main crops in Southern Mexico, especially in the state of Tabasco, where this recipe was created … click on title for more
Plantain Patties – Sidekick or Star on the Plate
Tag: Fandango’s Friday Flashback
A Flashback recipe – Garlic Scape Papatzules
Papatzules are a traditional and very popular dish in the Mexican state of Yucatan. The preparation is similar to a basic enchilada, but the ingredients make this dish unique: the sauce is made from ground pumpkin seed and epazote, and hard-boiled eggs serve as stuffing. Using some ingredients from my garden, I prepared my own version of papatzules … click on title for more
A Sweet Flashback – Chocoflan
I shared this recipe exactly a year ago, during the first COVID19 lockdown in Canada, when we all had a sudden time surplus at home, and many took as an opportunity to bake. Currently Canada is going through its third (and worst) COVID19 wave, registering record daily numbers of new cases, particularly in intensive care units. As a result, more restrictions on shopping, gathering and travelling are likely to become precepts in several provinces as of this weekend; I thought re-posting this recipe might provide some distraction and solace, and another chance to bake this interesting dessert while isolating at home … click on title for more
A “Fish Friday” Recipe
This recipe was published two years ago, a fast and delicious tuna salad in an avocado half, also very appropriate for the Lenten season, or as a fun "Fish Friday" appetizer or lunch ... click on title for more
Harvest of the Day – A Year Later
I was so surprised to see how different my harvest of the day from exactly a year ago looked like, compared to what I have available this year in my garden, that I decided to write a new post, showing photos taken today, to show the contrast … click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 