Monthly Archives: December 2011

Easy to make Buñuelos for a touch of a Mexican Christmas!

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Nicole

Traditional Mexican buñuelos are a crunchy, crispy dessert snack, Mexican fritters, if you will, or crisp pastries made from dough that is flattended and shaped to resemble a king size tortilla.  There are many ways to make buñuelos, my family … Continue reading →

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Coffee so good and strong it will make you slap Santa. Nescafe Dolce Gusto (Giveaway)

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Nicole

There’s something to say about a good cup of joe, and Nescafe Dolce Gusto just made coffee even better to drink.  They have these uber cool machines that pour you a cup in single servings and I have been enjoying … Continue reading →

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Sprint and Latina Bloggers Connect take on Los Olivos Wine

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Nicole

I was invited to take a drive up the coast to Los Olivos with a group of my favorite pals.  Last weekend Sprint hosted a group of us Latina Bloggers from Latina Bloggers Connect to a wine and cupcakes event. … Continue reading →

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How I learned to Spread Masa on a Corn Husk

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Nicole

I feel like I’ve been working my way up the tamale making line my whole life.  When I was a little girl I wasn’t allowed to get my tiny hands in the tamale making process along with the other women … Continue reading →

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Announcement: My Salad is going to be in Fresh & Easy Stores!!!

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Nicole

This summer I entered a picnic side-dish recipe contest held by the market chain Fresh & Easy (Western states).  GUESS WHAT?  I WON THE GRAND PRIZE!!!  My salad is going to be packaged and sold at Fresh & Easy stores … Continue reading →

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Spicy Rosemary Roasted NUTS!

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Nicole

My friend Lacey is no joke when it comes to nuts.  I recently had a little poker gathering at my place and she brought over her spicy roasted nuts and all you could hear were sounds of pleasure from everyone … Continue reading →

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Webisode 1: Chile Relleno Recipe

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Nicole

Greetings!  I’m so excited to share my very first webisode with you!  This is numero uno of many, many more to come.  Sit in a comfy place cuz this is a 15 minute instructional recipe.  Meet Flavio the Bolillo and … Continue reading →

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A little something for Santa Claus…. Cranberry Corn Scones and Milk!

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Nicole

My Mom took me over the Atlantic when I was a wee little one for a family adventure.  My 6 year old eyes explored Europe and my tongue was tickled with new flavors and foods.  I tried many things for … Continue reading →

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Winter Wonderland Cake (can be substituted as a Birthday Cake)

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Nicole

 What do I do when my guy asks for a coconut birthday cake?  I think winter wonderland. It’s not my fault his birthday falls in December.  I got to making his cake and instead of going with a traditional decoration … Continue reading →

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Kale Salad and the Kids of East Los Angeles!

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Nicole

 LA CAUSA is a local non-profit organization in ELA that works to re-empower youth that have been pushed out of the traditional educational system and provides them with knowledge, training, and hands on preparation in becoming agents of change in … Continue reading →

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