Oh, the memories of eating Mexican chocolate candy as a child in good ole Southern California. Maybe some of you are like me – super nostalgic about aspects of your childhood that bring you fond memories … like going to the market or grocery store and eating some sinful (yet delicious) Mexican candy. They were…
I can remember the first time I had birria… I had no idea what I was eating! All I knew was that it had a lot of flavors, and my Mexican friend’s family did not make it too spicy hot for me (thank the Lord)! Also, it was very filling and delicious! Little did I…
I don’t see these around anymore. Well, at least not since I moved out of state. Sweet Mexican bread is SO COMMON in the Mexican food culture. I used to have it literally all the time when I lived in Southern California. In fact, if you ever step foot into a Mexican home, you’ll more…
Oh, how I love them! I used to have Mexican tamales all the time when I lived in Southern California. Although they were especially popular during the holidays, they were available year-round. Unfortunately, I haven’t had them as often since I moved out of state. Fortunately, though, if you’re in a similar situation as me,…
I was super confused the first time I was given a Mexican tostada to eat. I must have looked SO DUMB! You see, I grew up in southern California and a lot of my friends were Mexican or of Mexican descent. I thought to myself, “Can anyone tell me why there isn’t a fork and…
There is nothing like eating homemade fresh burritos. I’m telling you, I’ve tried plenty of those microwaveable burritos you get in the freezer aisle of your local grocery store or the frozen burritos you get from the gas station right before filling up your gas tank. No. These are not good. At the moment they…
Cinco de Mayo is coming up soon! You know what that means? It’s time to come up with a great Cinco de Mayo menu for your friends and family! Or… it’s time to come up with a great Mexican food item to take to your next Mexican Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Or… it’s time to…
One of the first things I said to my husband when we moved to the greater Pittsburgh area from Southern California was: Where are all the local Mexican restaurants near me? I NEED a burrito. I must admit, it was tough at first. It surprised me how Mexican restaurants weren’t so prevalent out here as they…