Cinco de Mayo

While my hand is always raised for all the tacos, nachos and favorite Mexican bites, this year I wanted a formal sit down family meal for cinco de mayo. Inspired…

Ice box cakes have been one of the easiest no-bake desserts since the 1920s and this Carlota de Limon is as easy and delicious as my Best Ever No Bake…

These are the green beans of your spicy dreams! Boy, are these delicious with just the right amount of crunch, spice and creaminess from the cheese. These are so simple…

Who doesn’t love Chipotle’s cilantro lime rice with cilantro? Ever since they opened one near me, I’ve been hooked on their bowls and I always pick the cilantro lime rice.…

Pork carnitas are one of my favorite go-to menu items at any Mexican restaurant. This simple recipe is so tender and packs a flavor punch! Carnitas are perfect in tacos,…

This year I wanted to create an elegant cinco de mayo tablescape inspired by muted tones, dessert vibes and my tiny collection of succulent plants in terra cotta pots. I…

This salsa is so, so good and healthy! I love the combination of flavors and textures against the citrusy tang from the lime juice, not to mention all the vibrant…

An afternoon fiesta followed by a siesta sounds like a perfect afternoon to me! This cinco de mayo celebration is colorful, relaxed and very easy to pull together. Mexican cuisine,…

What a fun and festive dessert for your next cinco de mayo party! These strawberries were juicy and sweet and the two-toned white chocolate made it so festive. HERE’S HOW…

Inspired by the Smoked Brisket Nachos from El Camino Mezcal & Tequila Bar in Fort Lauderdale, I set out to make a batch of my own. The nachos at El…

Oh ceviche!! The ancient art of cooking food in citric acid shows us that some methods are best left alone. Ceviche is one of those foods that has gained global…

This must be the easiest and most common taco Tuesday meal in countless homes across America. For years we would just open a packet of taco seasoning, sprinkle it over…

Palomas were once known as a working man’s drink, but they have grown in popularity and sophistication. The original Paloma is made up of just two ingredients – 2:1 ratio…

Who doesn’t love a good margarita and taco? Cinco de mayo is a great way to take a culinary journey to Mexico and sample a culture rich in history through…

These egg rolls are better than the ones at Chili’s! Don’t take my word for it, take my family’s praise. Chili’s blends diced chicken, black beans, sweet corn, jalapeño jack…

Trying to eat more plant-based foods or you need to cut back on red meat, but still want to enjoy a burger? Well, this is the vegetarian meatless option you…

A bright tropical twist to a Classic Margarita that’s easy to make and refreshingly delicious. Pairs very well with tropical and Caribbean foods and flavors.

This is my copycat recipe of an amazing Sweet Corn Tamale Cake from Tijuana Taxi Cab Company, a local Tex-Mex restaurant here in south Florida. These cakes are perfectly balanced…

Talk about restaurant quality tacos! This dish elevates any Taco Tuesday and is deserving of it’s own night. Seafood tacos are big at my house and these are extra special.…

Had this delicious side at a company Thanksgiving luncheon a few years back and I loved it. Probably because it wasn’t the usual creamed vegetable and it had a beautiful…

Sunday I was feeling a bit tired and I was craving comfort food – something to warm me up inside. The only thing I could make was soup! The best…

This enchiladas recipe is on a short rotation list with my family. The filling is so delicious, you could even eat it as a dip! I love how creamy and…

I had hoped to celebrate Cinco de Mayo outside, but Mother Nature threw me a curve ball. Not discouraged by a little water (felt like a tropical storm), I forged…

Nothing beats fresh and this Pico de Gallo is the best I’ve had anywhere. Ripe plum tomatoes, crisp red onion, lots of cilantro and fresh squeezed lime juice with the…

Although I love to bake and cook from scratch, there’s nothing wrong with taking shortcuts when you can – especially when pressed for time. These little mini-hand pies can be…

As I was planning my Cinco de Mayo menu, I knew I wanted a seafood option. I thought of fried fish strips, but I needed something simple, something I could…

There’s nothing like fresh guacamole to eat with … anything! I love this on anything Mexican, with chips and even on toast with a fried egg on top! It’s even…

This is a quick and easy recipe that’s light and refreshing. I love to serve it with seafood and roasted pork – think luau. Basically, tropical fruits are refreshing and…

Nothing says Cinco de Mayo, Fiesta or Mexico like a Margarita! Cheers to a classic cocktail that been around since the 30’s! I took the Classic Margarita and added a…

Flan is an icon custard dessert from Spain with origins in Roman times. Almost every country has their version of this delicious custard. When Gail Borden, Jr. invented canned milk…