When I was younger, I remember stubbornly holding on to the idea that a holiday could only be celebrated on the day as it was marked on the calendar. Luckily, I’ve let go of that rigid construct which is why when my son, Keller, called to ask whether he could travel with his best friend … Continue reading A feast fit for a prince
For the last two years, the entertainment industry has been on a reboot kick bringing back old cast members of beloved shows or reimagining shows with a new cast and updated story lines reflecting contemporary sensibilities. One such reboot, Charmed, a series regarding three sisters who discover that they are witches, has caught my attention … Continue reading Charmed by the Coquito
Being a good Latina chick, I’ve tended to stick to mix drinks that are made of rum, tequila and the occasional vodka. Mojitos, margaritas, daiquiris, cosmos and my personal favorite the sidecar—which is actually made with triple sec and Cognac—have been my go-to mixed drinks throughout most of my adult life. Over the last few … Continue reading Bourbon and books, a perfect blend
Growing up with an Ecuadoran mother, the topic of chocolate could be controversial, to say the least. According to my mother, no chocolate was as good as the chocolate in Ecuador. My mother found the chocolate in the U.S. to be too processed and sweet. Essentially, she was a fan of dark and bitter chocolates … Continue reading Mama knows best
One of the things that I miss about working at my recent job was coming into the office on Monday mornings and finding a harvest of vegetables picked from the gardens of my fellow colleagues. A few of them, like my friend Jim, would set aside some of their spoils just for me because they … Continue reading When life gives you bell peppers, make stuffed peppers
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