Conchas are, undoubtedly, the most popular and best known pastry in the vast collection of Mexican sweet breads (pan dulce) … click on title for more
Conchas – History and a Few Look-Alikes
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About the Birds and the Bugs, and the Flowers on the Trees
As the end of May is fast approaching,mowing grass, transplanting young plants and sowing seed is now going on almost non-stop in my backyard, but those are just some of the tasks for us humans; the Flora and Fauna have been pretty active, as well … click on title for more
Multipliers – A Special Kind of Onion
Multiplier onions (Allium cepa, var. aggregatum) form a bulb size at maturity of about one inch (2.54 cm) across, and a plant develops into a cluster of several stems from a single set. They are a staple at Mexican BBQ parties (parrilladas) and taco restaurants (taquerías), grilled and slightly charred … click on title for more
Pineapple Bars – Old-Fashioned Sweet Treats
Sometimes living in Canada means having limited access to Mexican sweet treats, but during the current state of emergency, making them at home might be the only way to satiate a craving. By using fresh ingredients and homemade jam, these pineapple bars provide a close match to the "barritas" I remember from my childhood … click on title for more
Chunky Pineapple Jam
The beauty of homemade pineapple jam is in the delicious, juicy chunks (trocitos, in Spanish); this chunky pineapple jam is also easy to make, and then, so enjoyable as a spread, or as a filling for some Mexican sweet treats … click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 