Since starting this blog, I’ve had at least fifty people email me asking how to make Torta Negra Colombiana. Growing up in Colombia, it wasn’t a birthday party, wedding, anniversary or any other special event without Torta Negra. Considering all the ...
Coco Loco (Colombian Coconut Cocktail)
I have a killer summer cocktail for you today called "Coco Loco"! Coco Loco is a Colombian Coconut Cocktail, popular on the Caribbean coast of the country. Coco Loco literally translates to "Crazy Coconut". This drink is usually sold by vendors ...
Caspiroleta Colombiana (Colombian Hot Punch)
Caspiroleta is a popular hot drink in Colombia and other Latin American countries, usually made with milk, eggs, cinnamon, sugar, and wine, aguardiente, pisco, brandy or rum, depending on the country. However, you can omit the liquor for a kid ...
Postre de Natas (Colombian-Style Milk Pudding)
Postre de Natas is probably one of the most popular and traditional Colombian desserts. It originates from the Andean zone of Colombia and although it takes a little bit of time to prepare, the steps to make this dessert are straight forward and ...
Helado de Ron con Pasas (Rum and Raisins Ice Cream)
Summer and ice-cream go perfect together! I have to admit that I am an all-year-round ice-cream and popsicles person, but during the summer time I enjoy these frozen treats even more. Helado de Ron con Pasas (Rum and Raisins Ice Cream) is one ...
Pastel Borracho (Colombian-Style Drunken Cake)
Looking for a dessert for this Memorial Day weekend? How about Pastel Borracho? Pastel Borracho is basically rum-soaked sponge cake, top with prunes and creme Anglaise. The rum syrup makes this cake rich and incredibly moist, without being soggy, and ...
