I am still trying to process the fact that a month ago I was living in Mexico. I am sure that as the years pass I'll realize I learned more and different things than I think now, but it will take time to sufficiently reflect on my experience. I have barely had a second to really think about it ...
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Paleta de Limón con Crema aka Lime Creamsicle
Paletas, or popsicles, are a pretty big deal in Mexico. There are two famous chains that sell ice cream and popsicles- La Michoacana and Popeye. Not really sure how Popeye, the spinach loving sailor, turned into a popsicle loving sailor but who am I to judge. Popsicles are tasty. This is ...
Fluffy Whole Wheat Horchata Pancakes
Ok, I promise this is the last horchata recipe...at least for a while until I miss Mexico so much that I have to make more. I'm thinking Hazelnut Horchata is next! I have been thinking a lot lately about living intentionally, thanks to this podcast, which i can't stop listening to. Intentionality ...
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 ...
