Latina Moms | Daughters
Whether you’ve been invited to a Christmas Cookie Exchange Party or you’re at a loss as to what to give your neighbors or co-workers for Christmas or in need of a creative project to keep your kids occupied, we’ve got the perfect holiday cookie recipes. From classic and basic to cookies traditionally made across Latin [...]
This is the perfect example of a balance between cultures, flavors and textures. To who we are, cheers! (Serves 8) Ingredients: 8 yolks, 8 whites 7 tbsp sugar 3 cups whole milk 1 can (14 oz) condensed milk Pinch of salt 2 ounces rum 1 ounce kalhúa (optional) 1/2 tsp vanilla essence [...]
Ever since I was a child, the holidays would arrive as a mix of joy and sadness. Though my parents lived separate lives, they shared the strict rule that we “had” to spend the holidays together. Like it or not. Happy or unhappy. There was no rabbit hole. So holidays became this huge balloon charged [...]
When it comes to Latinas and food, many of us defend our culture’s diet with a hint of resignation, as if our bodies are defeated for eternity by our rich, savory recipes. For instance, when I tried to advise C.R., a woman from the Dominican Republic on revising her eating habits, she replied, “Well, you [...]
With Thanksgiving behind us, most of us are now focused on shopping, parties and, of course, more food. Not surprisingly, many women can get easily out of balance. Are you one of them or do you keep yourself centered and grounded? Food can be the answer to keep it running smoothly. Really. I truly believe [...]
The turkey will be loaded with moist and flavor the next day, and since the only best thing after Thanksgiving dinner is Thanksgiving leftovers here is your chance to get creative and exotic. (Serves 6) Ingredients 12 ounces spicy smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large onions, coarsely [...]
For many of us, Thanksgiving Day is one of the most joyous events of the year; we celebrate with plenty of food, lots of love and gratitude. Since food and stories go together, here’s a short one for you from the 1600s: We owe this precious holiday to the Plymouth Pilgrims who were the first [...]
The perfect roast turkey is tender, juicy and flavorful. From selecting the right bird to letting it rest, here are a few tips to achieve all of the above: • Pick a big bird! Especially if you’re feeding a big clan. Choose a fresh or frozen turkey in the 18-pound range (it will feed about [...]
It wasn’t too long ago that I was able to make peace with The Day of the Dead. Yes, I confess: I was scared of it. I grew up encapsulated by a very traditional, old-fashioned belief of the dead: respect them, fear them and leave them alone. If possible, don’t talk about them either. Yet, [...]
Autumn is my favorite season. Even my mood changes when I know it is almost here. Yet it wasn’t until last year, after having moved from New York City and living in South Florida for more than seven years, that I gave up looking for nature’s display of magnificent colors in leaves, along with everything [...]
