Alright, here’s attempt number two at making gorditas de nata. Last week, I tried making gorditas de nata for the first time ever. They were delicious but I was a bit unsure about texture. I was after a bread-y gordita de nata for my cafecito, you know. I got a cookie-like gordita instead. Well, guess… Continue reading Gorditas de Nata: Part 2
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Gorditas de Nata: Part 1
It’s been a bit rainy here in Vancouver for the past few days. Not that I can really complain all that much since we had a beautiful, sunny weekend. But, when the weather turns cold and rainy like this, there’s one thing I truly start craving: gorditas de nata. Soft, fluffy, delicious gorditas de nata.… Continue reading Gorditas de Nata: Part 1
Pastel de Cilantro & Naranja
A few years ago, I had the chance to work in France as a pastry commis/stagiare for a little bit. It was a life changing experience, to say the least. I think, though, the most valuable lesson I learned over there was to not be afraid to experiment in the kitchen. That there really are… Continue reading Pastel de Cilantro & Naranja
Panqué de Nuez
I find working in kitchens strangely soothing. Don’t get me wrong – kitchens are hot, hectic, stressful messes 99% of the time. However, their distinctive organized chaos, is what makes them so enticing. In my opinion, at least. When you work in a kitchen, you’re always focused on the dozen tasks you’re trying to accomplish,… Continue reading Panqué de Nuez
Pan de Elote
Let’s talk about my obsession with corn. Corn reminds me of Mexico – as simple as that. It reminds me of the evenings I would spend walking around el zócalo with an elote or esquite in hand. It reminds me of street tacos late at night. It reminds me of the corn fields lining the… Continue reading Pan de Elote