Patacones (or tostones) have become super popular in the US over the last few years. Today I will tell you all the trick to get the crunchiest and tastiest Venezuelan patacones. In Venezuela, patacones / tostones are a regular part of our every day gastronomy. Also, they are common in Cuba, Ecuador, Haití, Honduras, Nicaragua, … Read more
Deep Fried Bananas only needs 4 ingredients and you can get it done in less than 15 minutes. Let’s talk about one of the most basic desserts that will save you on more than one occasion. Fried bananas are a classic recipe that gives you a crunchy banana that is soft and hot in the … Read more
Today I bring a Cuban recipe that has its own version in each Latin country. This Cuban palomilla steak is an easy go-to recipe that requires almost no prep and it’s super quick to make. Recently, I’ve started to include everyday Latin recipes on the blog and they have become my most popular recipes. When … Read more
Today I bring to you my favorite vacation recipe: Venezuelan fresas con crema. This is a scrumptious mix of fresh and season strawberries with Chantilly. Important disclaimer These are not the same as a Mexican fresas con crema. In Mexico, they use “crema mexicana”, which is way liquid than Chantilly. Also, they tend to mix … Read more
A good milanesa de pollo or chicken milanese is a no-fuss recipe that will save tons of weeknight dinners. This recipe is one of the basics of Latin cuisine. This recipe of the easiest ways to cook a chicken breast without being dull. A regular Venezuelan lunch usually includes some type of animal protein. When … Read more
This passion fruit mousse is a light and airy, yet citrus and rich classic dessert. This is a staple South American sweet recipe. In Venezuela, we call it “mousse de parchita” and it’s one of my favorite desserts to ask in any Venezuelan bakery shop. This is an exotic twist to the classic strawberry or … Read more
This pollo a la plancha is the easiest Latin recipe that you can find for a busy weeknight dinner. In almost every country of Latin America this recipe has its own version. Today I’ll show you the Venezuelan version of pollo a la plancha. This is basically grilled chicken. And there is not rocket science … Read more
Rice pudding — arroz con leche — is a classic South American dessert that has its origins in Spain and came to us from the colony time. But every country has it owns version of this classic. Today, I’ll show you a truly Venezuelan arroz con leche. For me, food is way much more than … Read more
This is the way Venezuelans eat on a budget. A big pot of Venezuelan lentil soup (lentejas) can be stored in the fridge or even frozen for weeks and be ready for a busy day with a nutritious lunch. Since I discovered how to make this Venezuelan classic recipe I always try to keep a … Read more
I’m sure there are meals that make you remember a specific time of your life. Well, this beef stew (Carne Guisada) tastes to me like all the weekends at my abuela’s (grandma’s). She used to serve this rich stew over a big bowl of fluffy white rice. It was definitely the best part of my … Read more