If you’ve ever had breakfast in a Colombian home, chances are you’ve had a cup of chocolate caliente. To make traditional Colombian hot chocolate, the chocolate is broken in pieces and melted in hot milk or water in a chocolatera (aluminum pitcher), ...
S’mores Empanadas
Is there another culinary marvel as delicious, internationally recognized, and beloved as the Empanada? I don't think so! We Latinos truly love our empanadas, in their many and wonderful variations. I am an empanada kind of girl. I really enjoy the ...
Galletas de Milo (Milo Cookies)
Some things never change... I love Milo, I have always loved Milo, and I will die loving Milo :-) These cookies were inspired by my favorite chocolate drink, Milo! So, what is Milo anyway? It is a chocolate and malt powder made by Nestlé, that is ...
Chocolate Bark and a Merry Christmas
Here's an easy to prepare, last minute, homemade treat to give this Christmas. I made these Chocolate Barks to bring to my sister-in-law's house last Christmas, but I didn't have time to post the recipe, so here it is a year later! I love these ...
Chocoflan
This blog has made so many things possible for me over the past 4 years. Besides the fact that I have become more experimental with my cooking, I am learning about photography, and improving my writing in English, which is my second language. I am ...
Colombian Chocolate Chunk and Banana Muffins
These Colombian Chocolate and Banana Muffins are rich and moist, making them a perfect dessert. I used Chocolate Luker, a bittersweet Colombia chocolate, but you can use another chocolate, if you prefer. My husband enjoyed these muffins, but my 6 ...
My Delicious Hot Chocolate
I have a special treat for you today. I know winter is gone, but for Colombians, a cup of hot chocolate in the morning is always welcome, even when it's warm outside. My Delicious Hot Chocolate is rich, creamy, luscious and addictive. Every sip ...
