{TRES DEL MES} Three Tips from Mexico City Baker Eliceo Lara

{TRES DEL MES} Three Tips from Mexico City Baker Eliceo Lara

It’s no secret that baking is not my forte, but a chance encounter with Mexico City’s beloved baker, Eliceo Lara, inspired me to pull out my rolling pin, sprinkle a bit of flour on my face, and get my bake on. I first crossed paths 

{TRES DEL MES} 3 Green Drinks to Celebrate St. Patty’s Day

{TRES DEL MES} 3 Green Drinks to Celebrate St. Patty’s Day

If you’re looking for a little drink inspiration to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day that doesn’t involve green beer, here are a few Mexican-inspired bebidas that will have you doing the Irish two-step in no time. ¡Salud!

{TRES DEL MES} 3 Essential Mexican Kitchen Tools

{TRES DEL MES} 3 Essential Mexican Kitchen Tools

My cocina is home to an array of cooking tools, accessories, and appliances — a “woman cave” of sorts. It includes everything from a traditional molcajete and olla de barro to a modern mixer and heavy duty commercial blender. Of course I have my favorites, 

{TRES DEL MES} Tamales, Traditions, and Toy Drives

{TRES DEL MES} Tamales, Traditions, and Toy Drives

Each year, the women in my family get together one day in December to make hundreds of tamales. It’s a time to catch up with cousins and tías and reminisce about the days when my great grandma Macky and grandma Lola ran the kitchen.

{TRES DEL MES} 3 Day of the Dead Altars to Die For

{TRES DEL MES} 3 Day of the Dead Altars to Die For

Creating an altar is one of the most significant traditions during Día de los Muertos festivities both in Mexico and in my home. Each and every element of an altar has special significance and is meant to remember and celebrate our loved ones who have