Appetizers & Dips

Winter Fruit Sangria

I grew up watching my super fast-speaking, endearingly funny mother make the most fabulous sangria. It was meant for her Friday afternoon group of friends who would each take turns hosting at their homes what was then referred to as “el cafecito”. English translation: a little cup of coffee. But for Spanish people, meeting up…… Continue reading Winter Fruit Sangria

Smoothies

Pear, Vanilla, Avocado & Spinach Smoothie

Monday morning rolls around and we all like to pretend we’re back to eating healthy. Sort of. For the record, I don’t look down with hypocrisy in so-called “Monday Resolutions”; whether to start afresh, to start anew, to go on a clean slate after a weekend of foodie debauchery- the intent is always good. I was…… Continue reading Pear, Vanilla, Avocado & Spinach Smoothie