Sponsored post by Lunchbox Sopa de fideo is one of the most traditional soup recipes in my home. I remember as a child my mom would always make this delicious soup when we got home from school. In fact, you’ll find this thin pasta in most Mexican homes. I guess you can say it’s our version of spaghetti, but in a juicy warm tomato based chicken broth. If you go to any Latin market, you’ll find two types of “fideo”,…
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This post is sponsored by Knorr® and Unilever. The opinions and text are all mine. Crispy handmade corn tortillas, filled with Oaxacan cheese and grilled mushrooms make the perfect quick snack. When it’s paired with a hearty Mexican soup, like Knorr® NEW Sopa Mexicana, it turns into the perfect meal. Two years ago we traveled to Mexico City, where we visited a neighborhood where the famous canals of Xochimilco still transport colorful gondola-like boats. After a long enjoyable ride on…
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Pozole is a hearty rich Mexican stew, that originated in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, and is traditionally prepared during special occasions or holidays. The main ingredient is hominy-dried white or yellow corn kernels that have been boiled and soaked in slake lime to remove the hull, and then drained, rinsed, and cooked for about 2 hours. Pozole Rojo de Puerco also contains onions, garlic, and chiles and most often made with pork – or sometimes chicken – and is…
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Hi, my name is Lala Castro and I take pictures of my food and adventures (also, my friends pitch in). I love different foods from all over the world and enjoy it with a glass of Champagne or wine. Anything bright, geeky and sparkly brightens up my day. Hence the name. I haven’t had the opportunity to travel all over the world, but most of the recipes and local restaurant dishes I find are inspired by many cultures. I love to try new…
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