Salad Days Are Here Again… I’ve had a great time these last few months. I mean, I really love the Holidays. So many of my favorite foods – in such quantities – with ample time to take it all in. And January, well, it’s heavy football season. The scrumptious snacks and easy access finger foods […]
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For the Love of Puerto Rican Cuisine – Part 2
As I was telling you last week, the love of my life is Puerto Rican. And although I am a true romantic at heart, I must say that my infatuation stems in some part to my adoration for Puerto Rican cuisine. We spoke about sofrito (the chef’s own coveted flavoring base), platanos (plantains) and rice […]
For the Love of Puerto Rican Cuisine – Part 1
I’m in love with a Puerto Rican. And although I’m a true romantic, I must admit that part of my affection stems from the fact that I simply adore Puerto Rican cuisine. My first trip to the Caribbean as a child, in fact, was to Puerto Rico. That began a love affair that till this day persists, both romantically and gastronomically