This dish is prepared in Northern Mexico year-round regardless of the weather, but it is particularly comforting and nourishing on a very cold day ... click on title for more
Northern Style Shredded Beef with Cabbage
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Pork Ribs and Paddle Cactus – Costillas con nopal
While traditionally served as a stew, my version of this comforting dish starts with a bed of paddle cactus strips and sauce, and is finished with crispy side ribs piled up on top, for a more contemporary presentation. Using store-bought sauces and cactus strips is convenient, but homemade versions may be prepared while cooking the meat ... click on title for more
Zucchini and Oat Soup
This soup is a comforting and healthy choice for a good start of the year, either using zucchini bought at the supermarket, or from the garden, in mild climates or the Southern hemisphere ... click on title for more
That 70s Christmas
My daughters and I take turns choosing a theme for our Christmas décor and menu, and this year it was my turn. I decided to go for a retro 1970s theme, which was easy to plan, since I grew up in that decade! ... click on title for more
Mexico City’s Monument to the Revolution
November 20, 1910 marked the onset of the Mexican Revolution War. One of the most iconic structures in Mexico City is El Monumento a la Revolución - the Monument to the Mexican Revolution ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 