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  • What's the most popular part of Thanksgiving? The sides of course! Here are two, super easy, colorful, and delicious Mexican side dishes.
    Comida Latina, Recipes, Side Dishes

    Two Easy Mexican Side Dishes for Thanksgiving

    What’s the most popular part of Thanksgiving? The sides of course! Here are two, super easy, colorful, and delicious Mexican side dishes.

    November 17, 2020
  • Festive Kir Royale Cocktail using California sparkling wine! This pomegranate sparkling wine cocktail is bubbly and beautiful and the perfect way to toast the holidays. With fresh pomegranate, pomegranate liqueur, and sparkling wine it's an effortless three-ingredient cocktail! #kirroyale #sparklingwine #holidaycocktailrecipe #champagnecocktail #ad
    Dairy Free, Drinks, Fiesta, Recipes

    California Kir Royale Pomegranate Cocktail

    Bubbly Pomegranate Sparkling Wine Cocktail using California sparkling wine! This “California Kir” is festive and beautiful. Only 3 ingredients!

    October 2, 2020
  • No more cheese boards filled with the same 'ol thing - here are the best Mexican cheeses, Mexican wine and beer pairings and serving ideas for your cheese board. Mexican snacks. Jams. Nuts. Fruits. So many cheese options it makes your head spin. If you want to spice things up at your next wine and cheese night, check. this. out. #cheeseboard #mexicancheese #kindsofmexicancheese #mexicanfood
    Apps, Comida Latina, Fiesta, Recipes, Snacks

    The Perfect Mexican Cheese Board

    No more cheese boards filled with the same ‘ol thing – here are the best Mexican cheeses, Mexican wine and beer pairings and serving ideas for your cheese board. Mexican snacks. Jams. Nuts. Fruits. So many cheese options it makes your head spin. If you want to spice things up at your next wine and cheese night, check. this. out.

    September 11, 2020
  • Dairy Free, Drinks, Recipes

    Pomegranate Tequila Sidecar Cocktail Recipe

    This Pomegranate Tequila Sidecar is a gorgeous plum-colored cocktail for fall made with three simple ingredients, añejo tequila, Pomegranate, and cognac.

    August 11, 2020
  • 10 Recipes To Try the Thanksgiving edition. The 10 recipes I'm making this year for Thanksgiving. #thanksgiving #10recipestotry #menu
    Mains, Recipes

    10 Recipes To Try This Week | 11/24/19

    10 Recipes To Try This Week—Thanksgiving Edition! See the ten recipes I will be making this year for our Thanksgiving feast including TWO meat entrees!

    November 24, 2019
  • Smoky wood-fired grilled salmon marinated in chipotle, ancho chile, and garlic then topped with homemade guacamole mixed with tons of fresh herbs and lime. #ad #holajalapeno #kingsfordcharcoal #grilledsalmon
    Comida Latina, Condiments and Salsas, Dairy Free, Mains, Recipes

    Grilled Salmon Al Pastor with Herb Guacamole

    Smoky wood-fired grilled salmon marinated in chipotle, ancho chile, and garlic then topped with homemade guacamole mixed with tons of fresh herbs and lime. #ad

    October 7, 2019
  • Simple, yet sophisticated this White Bean Dip with basil, garlic, and Worchestershire sauce is a creamy dip that is amazing with wheat crackers and veggies! #beandip #whitebeans #diprecipes #diprecipeseasy #holajalapeno
    Apps, Condiments and Salsas, Dairy Free, Recipes, Snacks

    White Bean Dip with Garlic Recipe

    Simple, yet sophisticated this White Bean Dip with basil, garlic, and Worchestershire sauce is a creamy dip that is amazing with wheat crackers and veggies!

    July 19, 2019
  • Creamy garlic mashed potatoes topped with crispy Spanish chorizo, charred poblano peppers and jalapeño. Basically the most delicious mashed potatoes ever. Serve with broiled salmon, roast chicken, or turkey for the ultimate holiday side dish. #mashedpotatoes #holidayside #potatoes #chorizo #garlicmashedpotatoes
    Comida Latina, Recipes, Side Dishes

    Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Spanish Chorizo and Poblanos

    Creamy garlic mashed potatoes topped with crispy Spanish chorizo, charred poblano peppers and jalapeño. Basically the most delicious mashed potatoes ever. Serve with broiled salmon, roast chicken, or turkey for the ultimate holiday side dish. #mashedpotatoes #holidayside #potatoes #chorizo #garlicmashedpotatoes

    November 27, 2018
  • These Roasted Mexican Street Carrots are just like everyone's favorite street corn with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a creamy roasted garlic-lime dressing. Make for a quick and easy holiday side. Goes great with turkey, beef tenderloin, or ham. #roastcarrots #vegetarian #holidayside #easyside #carrots #Mexican #thanksgiving #roastedcarrots
    Comida Latina, Recipes, Side Dishes

    Roasted Mexican Street Carrots

    These Roasted Mexican Street Carrots are just like everyone’s favorite street corn with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a creamy roasted garlic-lime dressing. Make for a quick and easy holiday side. Goes great with turkey, beef tenderloin, or ham.

    November 20, 2018
  • We all know what really fuels the holidays: coffee! I've paired the perfect espresso blend to keep you going all season long, from late night prep straight through to last-minute shopping. I've partnered with Peet's Coffee to find that perfect dark roast espresso that will compliment any occasion! #ad #ADeeperDark #espresso #coffee #thanksgiving #PeetsCoffee #coffeepairing #entertainingtips
    Breakfast, Drinks, Home & Garden, Recipes, Sweets

    4 Perfect Espresso Blends For The Holidays

    We all know what really fuels the holidays: coffee! I’ve paired the perfect espresso blend to keep you going all season long, from late night prep straight through to last-minute shopping. I’ve partnered with Peet’s Coffee to find that perfect dark roast espresso that will compliment any occasion!

    November 13, 2018
  • Sweet, creamy, with a hint of heat this No-Bake Pumpkin Chipotle Cheesecake is not only easy to pull off (ready: no oven necessary) but tastes heavenly with a gingersnap cookie crust and a rich, silky filling. Make ahead and freeze for up to a week. Perfect for Thanksgiving! #thanksgiving #nobakecheesecake #cheesecake #pumpkincheesecake #nobake #easythanksgiving #easydessert
    Comida Latina, Recipes, Sweets

    No-Bake Pumpkin Chipotle Cheesecake

    Sweet, creamy, with a hint of heat this No-Bake Pumpkin Chipotle Cheesecake is not only easy to pull off (ready: no oven necessary) but tastes heavenly with a gingersnap cookie crust and a rich, silky filling. Make ahead and freeze for up to a week. Perfect for Thanksgiving!

    November 6, 2018
  • This creamy root vegetable, roasted garlic, and ginger soup actually has no cream whatsoever. It gets topped with a Spanish chorizo-jalapeño relish and is fancy enough for holiday celebrations yet easy enough for weeknight dinners. #ad #rootvegetablesoup #healthysoup #easysoup #fallsoup #dairyfreesoup #rootvegetables #chorizo
    Comida Latina, Dairy Free, Mains, Recipes, Soups and Stews

    Creamy Root Vegetable Soup with Chorizo

    This creamy root vegetable, roasted garlic, and ginger soup actually has no cream whatsoever. It gets topped with a Spanish chorizo-jalapeño relish and is fancy enough for holiday celebrations yet easy enough for weeknight dinners.

    November 2, 2018
  • This Mexican Street Corn Dip baked in a pumpkin is our new go-to appetizer for fall. Creamy, cheesy corn with layers of spice is delicious and adorable too! #Mexicanstreetcorn #elotes #corndip #pumpkin #fall #streetcorndip #hotcorndip
    Apps, Comida Latina, Recipes

    Baked Mexican Street Corn Pumpkin Dip

    This Mexican Street Corn Dip baked in a pumpkin is our new go-to appetizer for fall. Creamy, cheesy corn with layers of spice is delicious and adorable too!

    October 9, 2018
  • Easy as can be, this recipe for Smoky Chipotle Turkey Tortas uses leftover holiday turkey or rotisserie chicken and is ready in 30 minutes. With refried black beans, Oaxaca cheese, and a fresh sprinkle of arugula and radishes this Mexican-style sandwich is the prefect weeknight meal. #tortas #tortasmexicanas #tortasmexicanasrecipe
    Comida Latina, Mains, Recipes, Sandwiches

    Smoky Chipotle Turkey Tortas

    Easy as can be, this recipe for Smoky Chipotle Turkey Tortas uses leftover holiday turkey or rotisserie chicken and is ready in 30 minutes. With refried black beans, Oaxaca cheese, and a fresh sprinkle of arugula and radishes this Mexican-style sandwich is the prefect weeknight meal.

    April 3, 2018
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  • How to make a Mexican-style ham and cheese breakfast casserole that has all the flavors of a Torta de Jamón or ham and cheese sandwich. Not only does this great for feeding a crowd for a big holiday brunch, but it also uses up leftover ham you may have from previous get-togethers. Simple and EASY! #ad #breakfastcasserole #ham #eggcasserole
  • No more cheese boards filled with the same 'ol thing - here are the best Mexican cheeses, Mexican wine and beer pairings and serving ideas for your cheese board. Mexican snacks. Jams. Nuts. Fruits. So many cheese options it makes your head spin. If you want to spice things up at your next wine and cheese night, check. this. out. #cheeseboard #mexicancheese #kindsofmexicancheese #mexicanfood
  • Pork Tamales with Salsa Verde- authentic Mexican Tamales filled with tender pork shoulder and tangy tomatillo salsa, perfect for your holiday feast! These are time consuming, but can be made in stages, or even better—with friends! #porktamales #porkchiliverdetamales #greenporktamales #tamalesrecipe
  • Mexican Shredded Beef for tacos, gorditas, tostadas, and more! With stove top, slow cooker, and Instant Pot instructions included. This recipe for Mexican Shredded Beef is the perfect thing when the weather is starting to turn and you’re ready for a warming dinner, or when you want to cook once and eat all week long. Gluten-free and super kid-friendly. A big plate of beef tacos is really hard to beat! #shreddedbeef #beeftacos
  • Festive Kir Royale Cocktail using California sparkling wine! This pomegranate sparkling wine cocktail is bubbly and beautiful and the perfect way to toast the holidays. With fresh pomegranate, pomegranate liqueur, and sparkling wine it's an effortless three-ingredient cocktail! #kirroyale #sparklingwine #holidaycocktailrecipe #champagnecocktail #ad
  • This delicious, gluten-free, dairy-free recipe for sweet potato and bacon gorditas can be stuffed with anything from braised beef to scrambled eggs! Flavored with roasted, mashed sweet potato and bits of crisp bacon, these are the most divine gorditas ever. Step-by-step instructions included! #gorditas #gorditarecipe #mexicanrecipe #mexicanfood
  • Grilled Shrimp Skewers in a red wine sangria marinade made with wine, orange liqueur, and citrus. Quick and easy these marinate while you wait for the grill to heat up— serve with steamed rice and a salad for a healthy dinner! #shrimp #shrimpskewers #grilledshrimp #healthydinner
  • This simple, easy fried ice cream recipe actually requires no frying at all! Not missing is that golden, crispy, delicious cinnamon coating with flakes of sweetened coconut and creamy ice cream underneath. Can be made gluten-free and / or vegan! #friedicecream #easyfriedicecream #icecreamrecipe #easydessertrecipe
  • This totally indulgent French Toast Casserole is made with Conchas, the traditional Mexican sweet bread and soaked in a classic tres leches mixture of sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and heavy cream. If that wasn't enough it then gets topped with chocolate chips, orange-scented strawberries, and whipped cream. Assemble the night before for an outrageously good breakfast the next morning! #frenchtoastcasserole #bakedfrenchtoast #tresleches #conchas

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