By KRISTY CHONG Sweet Potato Deviled Eggs A fall spin on a summer BBQ favorite, these sweet potato deviled eggs are the perfect appetizer to add to your cozy night in. The addition of mashed sweet potato and chipotle mayo give a creamy, slightly sweet and smoky kick to this classic dish. The other day, we were invited to my
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By THÉRÈSE MARGOLIS Huda Tal, wife of Jordanian Ambassador to Mexico Mohammad Mustafa Cyel Mustafa Wahbi Tal, offered an afternoon cooking class to a small group of fellow diplomatic wives at her Lomas de Chapultepec residence on Monday, Oct. 26. An avid chef who is anxious to help promote her nation’s rich culture in Mexico, Tal is hoping to present
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By KRISTY CHONG Vegan Queso Queso is one of those foods that I can never resist. The golden goodness is so addictive, delicious and such a crowd pleaser! Although I could easily eat a pile of chips and queso without even thinking about it, my stomach isn’t always the biggest fan of all that dairy to digest. Behold … a
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By KRISTY CHONG Pear Ricotta Tart with Candied Walnuts This recipe is one of my favorite ways to kick off fall baking. It’s a simple, not-so-sweet, slightly savory tart that has a coconut oil crust base with a rich ricotta filling and is topped with crunchy candied walnuts. I recently served this tart when we had my parents over for
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By KRISTY CHONG Maple Bourbon Apple Crisp This twist on a classic favorite, this healthier apple crisp is made from wholesome ingredients, vegan and gluten-free! Crisps are so simple, yet so delicious. They’re basically the more affluent dump cake with a satisfying crunchy layer that holds all the warm syrupy goodness below altogether. I recently visited Zimmerman Farm in Bethel,
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By KRISTY CHONG No-Bake Energy Bites These no bake energy bites are so good and so good for you. They are filled with hearty oats, naturally sweetened dried fruit, protein filled hemp seeds, decadent chocolate chips and come together with some sticky almond butter. This is a healthy satisfying treat done in less than 10 minutes. How to Make Energy
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By KRISTY CHONG Avocado White Cheddar Mac and Cheese A lightened up version of a comfort food favorite, this mac and cheese flaunts all the full flavor and creaminess of the OG dish, but is more nutritious. subbing avocado for the milk and butter. I have family members who are lactose intolerant who I love cooking for. One of the
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By THÉRÈSE MARGOLIS Everybody loves chocolate, and while the world may still be reeling form the double whammy of the covid-19 pandemic and the growing economic crisis, here in Mexico candy lovers and sweet tooth aficionados are taking a day off to commemorate the dark, delicious confection and its natural source, cacao. Yes, Wednesday, Sept. 2, is National Chocolate and
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By THÉRÈSE MARGOLIS September is almost here, and for Mexican foodies, that means chiles en nogada season. According to a local legend, the colorful dish, composed of stuffed green chiles drenched in a white walnut sauce and sprinkled with red pomegranate seeds, was first created in Puebla to honor Emperor Agustín de Iturbe y Arámburu after he accepted Mexican independence
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By RICH GRANT At just 36 miles in length, the Niagara is one of the shortest rivers in the world. And one of the most violent. Almost a million gallons of water cascade down the river every second, reaching speeds of 30 miles per hour. The river is actually not a river at all – it is the drainage runoff
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