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Blackberry Lavender Prosecco Cocktail

A sparkling blackberry lavender prosecco cocktail made with fresh blackberries and dried lavender is perfect for brunch or any special occasion. Made with a base of homemade lavender blackberry syrup, lavender sugar rim and prosecco, this cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Blackberry and lavender are the ultimate combination. Fresh […]

Mole Braised Brisket

Mole braised brisket it’s hearty, cozy, and perfect for the holidays. Brisket rubbed in a rich mole sauce, then braised until fork-tender will be the star of your holiday table. Braised brisket is comfort at its best. I serve braised brisket from Sunday dinner to potlucks. . Today, I want to share […]

Mexican Christmas Eve Salad {Ensalada Noche Buena}

Mexican Christmas eve Salad, Ensalada Noche buena is a bright and colorful Mexican salad brimming with holiday flavors. Made of roasted beets, oranges, jicama, apples, pomegranate and pepitas are layered decoratively over romaine lettuce. Crema Mexicana is lightly tinted with beet juice to give the dressing a festive color. Mexican Christmas eve salad […]

Torta de Cielo

Torta de Cielo which translates to heavenly cake is an almond sponge cake from Yucatán, Mexico. This airy cake base is made from ground almonds, egg whites and egg yolks. Flavored with orange and vanilla extract and dusted with powdered sugar before serving a torta de Cielo is a wonderful addition to your holiday table. […]

Ancho Roasted Shrimp Couscous Salad

Ancho roasted shrimp couscous salad made with ancho chile seasoned shrimp, fluffy couscous, queso and radishes tossed in a citrus dressing served over leafy greens. Quick, convenient, and simply delicious Texas shrimp is one of my favorite ingredients to cook. Not only are shrimp delicious, but they can be ready in under 30 […]

Chocolate Ancho Chile Cake

Chocolate Ancho Chile Cake is a rich and moist one bowl chocolate cake. A touch of spice from ground chile ancho helps to intensify the chocolate and the cinnamon flavors while adding warmth to the cake. Topped with homemade cinnamon chile whipped cream this cake is perfect for entertaining. This chocolate cake has […]

Rosca de Reyes

Rosca de Reyes or Three Kings Bread is a traditional bread enjoyed by Christians to commemorate El Día de Los Tres Reyes Magos or Three Kings’ Day. A rosca is baked to honor the day the Three Kings visited the newborn Jesus, and officially ends the holiday season in Mexico. Family and friends […]

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Tequila Hot Toddy

My slow cooker pumpkin tequila hot toddy made with pumpkin puree, maple syrup, apple cider, cinnamon, star anise and tequila reposado is guaranteed to keep you warm and cozy this holiday season. From pumpkin carving to Thanksgiving menu planning to make making tamales tis the season for hot toddies baby! There is a […]

Ground Beef Gorditas

Tender homemade beef gorditas stuffed with a flavorful ground beef made with onion, tomato, garlic, serrano chile and plenty of spices. Beef gorditas remind me of my Mami. Warm masa cooked over a comal, stuffed with ground beef was her go-to after Sunday Mass. My Mami would make a huge tray of gorditas […]