My Slice of Mexico

My Slice of Mexico

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Backyard Stories

A Moment of Quiet Reflection

July 24, 2018September 22, 2018by Irene6 Comments on A Moment of Quiet Reflection
A Moment of Quiet Reflection

I was tired last night, so I did not water my garden; as I rushed to the backyard this morning, I was worrying and wondering if that had been a wise decision … click on image for more

Ingredients

Pitaya and Pitahaya

July 23, 2018July 16, 2023by Irene25 Comments on Pitaya and Pitahaya
Pitaya and Pitahaya

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

gardening

Backyard Stories: Parsnips are Zen

March 18, 2018February 20, 2025by Irene4 Comments on Backyard Stories: Parsnips are Zen
Backyard Stories: Parsnips are Zen

Parsnips are one of those vegetables that I like from my garden, but never had an interest in buying from the supermarket... click on image for more

Side Dish, snack, appetizer

What is “Pico de gallo”?

March 1, 2018July 10, 2020by Irene11 Comments on What is “Pico de gallo”?
What is “Pico de gallo”?

I asked my mom if she knew any names for Mexican fruit salad, and she thought of a recipe from the Mexican state of Jalisco called “Pico de gallo”, but when I heard that, I admit that I thought of the popular fresh salsa with tomatoes. I was puzzled ... click on image for more

Mexican Culture, snack, appetizer

Supper for Two and a Short Poem

February 22, 2018March 8, 2023by Irene3 Comments on Supper for Two and a Short Poem
Supper for Two and a Short Poem

Of fruit, sandwiches and Haiku ... click on image for more

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Southwestern Ontario, Canada
Hardiness zone: 6B
2023
Nova Scotia Oat Cakes (October 2022)

Gansito Cake (December 2024)

Zucchini and Oat Soup (January 2025)

Chanchamitos (Fiesta Friday, December 26, 2025)

I was featured on Fiesta Friday!

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My Places in Mexico

Mexico City – Market
Culiacán, Sinaloa – Clay Cookware
Chichen Itza, Yucatán – El Caracol

My Mexican Heirlooms

Molcajete with Tejolote 1960s
Bowl with Still Life 2000s
Japanese Tea Set, from Bazar del Sabado 1990s

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