Given the culinary versatility of eggs, they always seem to find a way into my recipes. And when it comes to Mexican breakfast dishes, olvídalo, they steal the show. Therefore it is quite serendipitous (and exciting!) that this year, I’ve partnered with Nellie’s Free Range Eggs to create a variety of flavorful recipes showcasing one of my absolute favorite ingredients: huevos. Read More…
This Mother’s Day, spoil your madre with a breakfast made for champions by preparing a DIY tostada bar. Once the prep work is taken care of, you can relax with your familia and eat tostada after tostada to your heart’s content. Read More…
In my humble opinion, Día de las Madres should be celebrated all day, every day. Fortunately, since I am American with Mexican raices, I get to celebrate this beautiful day twice, on May 10 for Mexican Mother’s Day and on May 13 for American Mother’s Day. My family and friends know that as much as I love receiving presents, it is their presence during these special occasions that I cherish most. So skip the expensive gifts and brunch lines and prepare your madre something from the heart. Most importantly, always remember that there is no gift like the gift of presence!
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If your mother is anything like mine, she might remind you of Guelaguetza’s Mole Rojo: sweet, a bit spicy, and definitely complex (in a good way). It’s this flavor combination that inspired me to create a Mother’s Day brunch recipe that captures the essence of my own mamá. Read More…
My obsession with huevos was taken to a whole new level when I tasted shakshuka [shock – shoe – kah], the Middle Eastern version of huevos rancheros. It’s the perfect one-skillet dish to enjoy for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Read More…
Dolores Wiarco Dweck, known by her nearest and dearest as Lola, has a great appreciation for Mexican cuisine and culture. Lola's culinary mentors include her relatives and friends as well as some of Mexico’s great chefs and home cooks. She preserves and shares her favorite recipes through Lola’s Cocina.
