The "cocadas" or coconut cookies remind me of my childhood in Lima, Peru. You could find those homemade cookies in any convenience store. Of course, everybody would have their favourite place to buy it; some will be crispier, others will be chewier, and some will...
Every time you think of Spanish "tapas", you will inevitably think about croquettes. Spaniards will make croquettes from different flavours, but one of the most iconic will be the Spanish Ham Croquette. A simple recipe, but sometimes simple things are better. These croquettes are not an...
If you are looking for an easy and quick pasta recipe, Garlic Nutty Spaghetti is a great option. The nutty garlic spaghetti is the perfect combo between the softness of the cream and the rough texture of nuts and garlic flavour! The good thing about...
If you follow me for a while, you will see that we are into the citrus flavours, so every time I see them, I try to think outside the box and look for different ways of using them. This version of key lime crinkle cookies...
Mana is a traditional Peruvian sweet treat that was prepared by the convent nuns and now is a very popular treat that you will find in almost every wedding. Normally it will be presented as little balls, fruit forms or even caramelised. The look and...
The peeled Wheat Stew or "Guiso de Trigo" is served in many houses in Peru. I was glad when I found the peeled wheat in a Latin Store because now I can introduce my son to one of my favourite comfort food. If you are...
Whenever I think of brunch, Cinnamon Rolls are the first thing it comes to my mind. I like this cinnamon roll recipe because you can do it the day before and bake it the next day. You don't have to use your precious time in...
If you are looking for an easy shrimp recipe, this is your recipe. You will have dinner in minutes, and you can pair it with white or brown rice as I did. But it can also work itself as an appetizer or as a filling...
Since little, I've always love meringue desserts. In Peru, birthday's table is widespread to have little meringues with dulce de leche, so I was always near the meringue plate eating as much I could fit into my mouth. I would look like a little guinea...
Sometimes you want something delicate and warm for dinner for those cold nights, but as a mum, I completely understand that you don't want to invest a lot of time in a weekday dinner so this recipe will be for you. We have become a...