A delicious twist on the fish original. This Latin American appetizer is a party classic and oh so easy. Chop, mix done! What are you waiting for? Go make some ceviche, and don’t forget that nice cold beer to wash it down with. The origins of ceviche are as confusing as its multiple spellings. In…
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How to Make Thai Mango Sticky Rice
Mango sticky rice is one of those Thai dishes you HAVE to try. You will be amazed at how such an unlikely duo can make such a decadent dessert. Lately I’ve been on this Thai food kick. It all started when my daughter sent us two books on Thai cooking from her ongoing adventures in…
Mango Black Bean Salsa Recipe
Mangoes have been around for thousands of years. If you are interested, please read more about mangoes in my article that details their history. Mango Black Bean Salsa is what I would call Fusion cuisine. It is neither Latin American or Caribbean, however, it utilizes ingredients that are native to that cuisine. Mango Black Bean…
Spanish Style Grilled Marinated Pork
This Spanish style grilled marinated pork or prueba de cerdo recipe has a bit of kick, but not too much to intimidate those who prefer a milder taste. It is a hearty tapas dish to say the least. The smoky flavor of the paprika and the crushed red pepper combine to awaken your taste buds!…
Asian Inspired Sweet and Spicy BBQ Ribs
This post has been sponsored by Collective Bias Inc., and its advertisers. All opinions are mine alone. #GetGrillingAmerica #Walmart #CollectiveBias Summer is finally here, and with it comes ribs on the grill, an integral part of summer. And, you know what the best part about this is? There are countless ways to prepare ribs. Today…
Vietnamese Sweet and Sour Mango Salad
I recently tried Vietnamese sweet and sour mango salad at a dinner put on by students in the Culinary Arts program at Mercyhurst University. This is the school where I work; and which happens to have a great culinary program from which my son is a graduate. My husband, mother in law and I went….
How to Make Cambodian Chicken Amok
When you ask anyone in Cambodia what their most typical dish is, you will hear “Amok”. So what is this exotic sounding dish? Basically it is a mouth watering curry dish that is served in a folded up banana leaf shaped like a bowl. Not only is the presentation absolutely gorgeous, but the flavor of…
Authentic Moroccan Spice Blend: Ras el Hanout
Ras el Hanout is an authentic Moroccan spice blend that is rich and aromatic to say the least. Its name in Arabic translates to top of the shop. This means that the quality of the spices that go into this amazing blend are “top notch” for lack of a better term. According to some of…
Vietnamese Iced Coffee – Ca Phe Sua Da
Another Vietnamese coffee recipe. This one is Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Yes, it is sweet, indeed. The Vietnamese name is ca phe sua da. Basically it’s iced coffee with sweetened condensed milk. There certainly are a lot of coffee recipes in Vietnam! There is something you must know… There are usually three or more coffee shops…
Spicy Almond Butter Chicken Curry
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #StartAHealthyRelationship #Collective Bias Any kind of curry is a favorite at our house. So, when the opportunity came up to create a curry using almond butter I jumped at the chance. You see, almond butter is one…
Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots
A few years ago, at the university where I work, we had a Moroccan Fullbright student who taught my husband and I how to make a chicken tagine. I was mesmerized by the cooking process, and the results: a delightful flavor, the aroma of my kitchen, and a very tender meat. Ever since, I…
Irish Cider Tarragon Mustard Recipe
Many moons ago I made Guinness mustard. It was an experiment of sorts, and it actually turned out really well. Recently I went home to Panamá to visit family and friends, and taught my oldest sister how to make it. She was very impressed. I felt like a true culinary genius. Now, I guess I will…
Spicy Beef Puff Pastries – Pastelitos de Carne
Aah! Soft, flaky, mouthwatering puff pastry. Just the mention of this heavenly carbohydrate makes me close my eyes and dream of the endless possibilities, like spicy beef puff pastry appetizers, for example. Pastelitos de carne, as they are called in Latin America, are without a doubt one of my favorite snacks. My family loves them too! You…
English Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies
Today’s recipe for English toffee chocolate chunk cookies comes from Bon Apetit magazine, one of my favorite culinary sources. Every month my husband and I anxiously await the arrival of this lovely publication. So in one of the previous issues there was a recipe for this cookie; we both thought it would be a great…
Spicy Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
Here is a quick and easy weeknight meal for taco Tuesday made with ground pork. Spicy pork tacos with red cabbage slaw made with Vietnamese chili garlic sauce have a nice kick of heat you will love. There is this craft brewery in my town that has the weathered look and feel of a cozy,…
