Don’t you hate it when you hear a song that’s so corny and yet it plays over and over again in your head? That’s what happened to us recently with the ”Paso Positivo” campaign song. If you remember, LatinoFoodie was asked to be ambassadors for the milk campaign. Now, Art and I find ourselves singing the song in the car, humming the melody in the kitchen and...
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Monthly Archives: June 2012
The Arabic Connection: Tacos Árabes, Kibe and Lebanese Immigration in Mexico
Have you been to an authentic Italian restaurant lately? Ever had authentic Yucatecan food? In the mood for authentic Cuban lechón? Every time I see or hear the word ‘authentic’ used to describe a cuisine I can’t help but to have a slight smirk on my face, because, simply stated, when it comes to the creation of a cuisine, this category is especially… well, how...
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Just in Time for Father’s Day: Grilled Steak with Chimichurri
Got a taste for grilling this Father’s Day? We certainly do. Art and I are hosting my family this Sunday for Father’s Day, giving my father, brother and sister-in-law a break from cooking and cleaning. Our menu will include an assortment of salads, corn on the cob, fresh fruit, a signature cocktail and, of course, grilled steak. This year, we are including a special sauce...
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Always Look on the Bright Side of Life — LatinoFoodie Serves as Positivity Ambassadors
“Always look on the bright side of life…” LOVE that song from Monty Python’s award-winning musical Spamalot. But it’s true. We always have a choice on how we view things and respond to what life hands us. For example, so your tortillas break when trying to make enchiladas. Don’t sweat it. Turn the dish into an enchilada casserole and no one will ever know the difference. ...
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Move Over Umami, There’s a New Burger in Town; Fusion Burgers in Highland Park
Just like people, food when it is simple and honest and doesn’t pretened to be something it’s not is quite a beautiful thing. This was our experience recently when we discovered a small, corner restaurant with no more than eight tables called Fusion Burgers in Highland Park. ...
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