When I first arrived in Mexico City last August for my research program's orientation I stopped in at the oh-so familiar Starbucks. Oaxaca only has one Starbucks and it's pretty far from where I live, thankfully, so instead I visit my favorite local coffee shops... that is when I'm not whipping up ...
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Horchata + Horchata Iced Latte
I wouldn't really call myself a creature of habit, but I have a really hard time saying "no" to horchata whenever it's a drink option on the menu. If you're not familiar with horchata, it is a rice milk-based drink that is often made with almonds, cinnamon, and sugar. It has a thin consistency but ...
Mexican Lime Icebox Cake
Let me preface by saying that this dessert definitely doesn't fall into the healthy category, but damn is it good. Traditionally, this recipe is called a Carlota de Limón in Mexico. I figured I would call this an icebox cake, though, since you might see Carlota and have no idea what the heck I'm ...
Red Salsa Chilaquiles + Cinco de Mayo Roundup
I'm back with another Fiesta Fridays post, and just in time for Cinco de Mayo! I've never been much for celebrating Cinco de Mayo, mostly because I don't like margaritas. Is that bad to say since I live in Mexico? Oh well, I'll take all the mojitos instead. BUT, I am down for any holiday that ...
Lightened Up Coconut Caramel Flan
This is an EXTREMELY delayed Fiesta Fridays recipe post. I know. I had every intention to stay on schedule with my three-a-week posts (which are usually on Monday, Wednesday and Friday), but I've been enjoying my time in the Riviera Maya so much that I decided to take a slight hiatus from the blog. ...
