This post includes 5 travel-inspired meals from around the world that make you feel as if on a world tour without leaving home. These recipes, because of the genius combination of ingredients take you from the comfort of your home to a foreign destination at every single bite. We are living special circumstances. We are […]
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Even though I\’ve been back in Spain for a while now, I still like to observe American holidays like the 4th of July or Thanksgiving to keep memories alive from the time I lived in California. If you follow the blog, you know that year and the following trips to the Golden State have marked
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On my quest to stop eating sugar, I adopted overnight oats as my go to breakfast. I used to have a sweet tooth and I thought I wasn\’t going to be able to live without sugar but after a few months I stopped having cravings. Being a foodie I eat first and foremost for pleasure.
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We could say that membrillo (in English quince paste) paired with Manchego cheese is the national snack of Spain. I didn\’t like it too much as a kid but now you have to stop me from eating the whole thing. It\’s funny how your likes and dislikes regarding food change as you grow older, right? I
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As a Spaniard I\’m really proud of our food. Eating well is not only a pleasure for us but also part of our culture. On today\’s post I\’d like to show you what goes into eating, entertaining and drinking like we do. There\’s no better way to do that than showing you how to host
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Few things are as typical Spanish as tapas and red wine from La Rioja. The origin of tapas is the subject of many discussions. It is said that the first tapa was simply a piece of bread placed on top of the glass to keep the flies out. Tapa literally meaning ‘cover’ or ‘lid’. Hence the
Who said that the best cafes are in Paris? I\’m always on the lookout for the most amazing cafes and this time I\’ve found the most beautiful one I\’ve ever seen. A friend told me about Salon des Fleurs knowing my love for flowers and all things pretty. This cozy place in Madrid is a
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Happy Monday everyone! I\’m ecstatic for a number of reasons. First and foremost, Christmas is around the corner and I still get as excited as a kid waiting for Santa. I\’m also happy because I have an amazing recipe to share with you today. This year I’ve ventured to do a more difficult one and
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Let\’s make the most delicious no-bake chocolate and biscuit cake. This is my family\’s favorite cake recipe and we love to make it on special occasions such as birthdays, mother\’s or father\’s day. Why is it so popular at home? The taste of the creamy chocolate as it melts in your mouth is out of
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Happy Monday, everyone! Rainy days and autumn leaves set me on the mood for all things fall. For me that means pumpkin spice lattes, hot chocolate and lots of evenings baking at home. Today, I\’d like to share a delicious recipe which is perfect for this season. This chestnut cake is just what this weather
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