Let’s Talk Paella
There are several different types of Paella. While there are a variety of Paella dishes we are going to discuss the Puerto Rican style. There isn't a Latino household and I will dare to say many households in the US that doesn't have a Paella recipes. There is...
Piraguas
A Piragua /pi'ra:gwe/ is a Puerto Rican shaved ice dessert, shaped like a pyramid, consisting of shaved ice and covered with fruit flavored syrup. Piraguas are sold by vendors, known as piragüeros, in small colorful pushcarts. Besides Puerto Rico, Piraguas can...
Best Bread Pudding Recipe – Pumpkin Bread Pudding Recipe
This pumpkin bread pudding is a great alternative to the traditional pumpkin pie. Stuffed with raisins and nuts, each bite will be a wonderful experience. 1/2 loaf raisin bread, cut into cubes 1 cup canned pumpkin 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla...
Tembleque de Coco
I want to share with you a classic Puerto Rican desert recipe. This one is a treat, it is light coconut custard that shakes like Jell-O. That is why it's called tembleque, which can be loosely translated as jiggling. Here is the recipe: o 2 cups of coconut milk...
Seafood Appetizer – Stuffed Shrimp
Everyone loves shrimp. Instead of serving plain cold shrimp with cocktail sauce, why not mix it up a bit and make something extra special? With only a little extra effort, you can provide your guests with a shrimp appetizer they will remember. When buying your...
Wedding Traditions of Puerto Rico
A wedding is a joyous celebration and that is no different in Puerto Rico. There are a few traditions that are associated with a conventional Puerto Rican marriage. One of these traditions is the offering of the bride and groom a beverage called café con leche...
The Best of Puerto Rican Food
Puerto Rican food is a mixture of African, Taino, and Spanish influences. They have their own take on creole food, which they call cocina criolla. This cooking style is not only popular with locals; tourists also frequent Puerto Rico to experience authentic creole...
Asopao de Pollo
This soupy rice and chicken stew is a classic Puerto Rican recipe that is prepared in every Puerto Rican home. Make sure you make plenty, this soup keeps getting better with every serving. Although it takes 1½ hours to prepare, serves 4, and it will be even...
Puerto Rican Recipes
[ad_1] Caribbean Islands have a rich and flavorful dishes. And Puerto Rico is one of the best places for vacation. The island offers a superb relaxation adventures with soothing beach, comfortable and luxurious hotels, colorful festivals, and most especially the...
Desserts in Puerto Rican Style
[ad_1] Desserts in Puerto Rico mostly comprise of a type of flan or egg custard. Just as usual in the Puerto Rican flag is a slice of guava jelly with white cheese (queso blanco). Chefs seize the abundant produce of fruits in Puerto Rico and make several desserts,...
Desserts From Around the World – Puerto Rican Tembleque De Coco
[ad_1] If you like jello recipes, you will love this Puerto Rican coconut custard recipe. The word "tembleque" means jiggling, which is something that all the best jello recipes do! This coconut milk based pudding is associated with Puerto Rico and it is believed to...
Puerto Rican Food Recipes
[ad_1] I want to talk to you about Puerto Rican Food Recipes. A subject near and dear to my heart. Growing up my mom and my grandmother provided us with the daily food my family ate. Sometimes when you are accustomed to something you take it for granted. However, the...
Mayaguez’s First Culinary Festival Underway in Puerto Rico
Hispanically Speaking News | Published at 10:34 am EST, March 1, 2014 The Puerto Rican town of Mayaguez is organizing this weekend its first culinary festival in which some 80 gastronomic experts will take part, including some of the best-known chefs and restaurants...
Celebrity Taste Makers with Lisa Mateo
Rita Moreno at Sofrito
An award for performing doesn’t exist, that Rita Moreno hasn’t already won. Oscar, Tony, Emmy, Grammy and even the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President George W. Bush, reflect her achievements, talent and hard work. She’s been in movies and television shows...
Getting Veal Hungry in San Juan, Puerto Rico
By Phil Vettel Confit salmon with quinoa, plantain, herb pesto okra and a pimento vinaigrette served at 1919 restaurant. – MCT photos Ready for some interesting food choices in San Juan? THE island of Puerto Rico offers so many visual treats – gorgeous beaches, rugged...
Bistec Encebollado (Steak & Onions)
Bistec Encebollado, or steak and onions, is a spiced, flavorful skillet steak prepared with a classic Adobo-garlic rub. Bistec Encebollado takes its delicious flavor from our homemade marinade, made quickly and easily using GOYA® condiments you already love. This...
Crate Product Labels
Colorful paper labels have been used to identify products since the early 1880s. Introduced to America by European artists, this printing process became known as lithography, the first commercial art....
