A few weeks ago an American reader asked me what is the most popular traditional Colombian breakfast, and a lot of dishes immediately came to mind: arepa con quesito, huevos pericos, caldo de costilla, tamal, changua, calentado and cayeye, so I've ...
12 Must Try Colombian Breads
There are a million good reasons to visit Colombia. The people, for starters, are friendly, happy, warmhearted, generous, and culturally vibrant. Then there’s the landscape consisting of wonderful beaches, tropical trees, heavily laden with sweet ...
Colombian Recipes for Christmas and New Year’s
Christmas season in Colombia means plenty of guests, parties, novenas, dance and music ...and big appetites! There were always tables loaded with food on Noche Buena and New Year’s Eve at my grandmother’s house. A variety of roasts, side dishes, ...
Colombian Christmas and New Year’s Traditions
Today I want to share some of the Christmas and New Year's traditions that I grew up with in Colombia. Like many people who left Colombia and have been in another country for a long time, I've lost touch with many of these wonderful traditions. ...
10 Comforting Winter Stews
Winter is the perfect time for warm, filling stews. Add rice and a fresh avocado salad for a comforting meal that’s sure to warm your body and soul. I want to share some of my all-time favorite stews with you to enjoy this winter and throughout the ...
10 Must Try Traditional Colombian Soups
Colombian cuisine includes an incredible variety of soups. One of the most prominent dishes on my family dinner table when I was a girl was soup. Soups were always served with avocado, white rice and ají picante (hot sauce) on the side. Here is a ...
10 Must Try Colombian Side Dishes
The following are some of the most basic side dishes in Colombian cuisine and are served in most Colombian restaurants and homes. I watched my grandmother, my mom and aunts make these popular side dishes throughout my life and now I make them ...
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