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Characters; Andrea of the Black Forest
Characters of La Cruz; Andrea Kuffner of the Black Forest restaurant. Experiencing Germany in a quaint Mexican village. Four Canadians from opposite sides of the country, one couple visiting, the other lives here, dining at a German restaurant in a quaint Mexican town listening to flamenco music performed by a German who lives in Mexico and a Mexican who lives in the USA… yes, that’s a typical night in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle at the Black Forest Restaurant. What makes it typical; People from all over the world. Music… always music in our little town and; Food: Chef Winfried always [...]
Mexican Café Shule’l at Katia’s with soul.
Shule’l is Mayan for “Things made with soul"
Characters: TATEWARI
Characters: Esau, Mimi and Daniel = TATEWARI banda Anyone who’s spent any time at all in La Cruz will have had their senses delighted by band, Tatewari! I adore their music and moreso enjoy the interaction between them. Mimi (who’s real name is Al) is the funny one, I giggle as he tries to get Daniel and Esau to smile throughout the performance. Those of us who’ve seen them grow up playing music and have cheered them on have seen them evolve into not only great musicians but phenomenal young men! Living a few doors from each other the three [...]
Characters; Jorge of Tacos on the Street.
Tacos on the Street; an interview with Jorge Diaz Gómez Finding excellent food certainly appeals to the foodie in me; the story behind the ‘place’ fills my appetite almost as much as the food! At the time of this writing (April, 2015) I’ve been living in La Cruz for 6 years and was pretty sure I knew all there was to know about Tacos on the Street or TOTS as some call it. Waiting in line I boldly shared ‘their story’ with friends when someone came up beside me, crossed her arms and leaned in… “Keep going, I love hearing [...]
Tantalizing tidbits; Shrimp & avocado.
Shrimp and avocado appetizer. There is nothing better than creating food that is easy and delicious and anything that includes shrimp and avocado together is tasty!! This was created for a guest who couldn't eat salt at all. Prepare: A bowl with sesame seeds, set aside Peel, devein, and clean shrimp Grate parmesan Reggiano One bowl for each guest ~ cut tiny chunks of avocado and fill the bowl halfway, sprinkle with lime juice, this must be done close to serving to prevent the avocado from browning. Peel mandarin orange and blend in a blender, sieve juice In a pan; [...]
Tantalizing tidbits: Mexican Corn Salad
Mexican corn salad... something I came up with that is tasty as well as colorful!! 2 -3 Tablespoons butter 1 Tablespoons olive oil 1 - 4 garlic cloves; finely minced but NOT mashed into paste 2 - 3 shallot shallots or ¼ cup red onion slices, finely chopped 2 - 5 ears of corn; cut kernels off of cooked (bbq’d or steamed) cobs OR use 1 can of corn drained 1 can black beans/drained * When given choices I put in bold above how much I used of each; I like it flavourful! Vegetables that you/your family prefers, cut all [...]
Sweet pepper molcajete
A steaming molcajete filled with shrimp, cheese and chorizo titillates the taste buds! Early in the season Chris and I were invited out to dinner with friends and I had my first steaming molcajete; impressive to view and divine on the taste buds! I was inspired to create my own version. I first created one mimicking the delectable delight I had when we were out; twice in fact and I must say yummmmmy! A molcajete is: Borrowed from http://www.mexgrocer.com This is the exact molcajete that had me wanting more! Well, Chris wasn't wild about walking ONE of these HOT out [...]
Shrimp Mango Avocado Ceviche
Shrimp Mango Avocado Ceviche When we first began our journey in the area we never imagining that we'd move here and purchase a run down building, renovate it and turn it into a Boutique Hotel! The fabulous food was something I never had to imagine I just dove in and enjoyed. Yumm, yumm! I have a habit, when I truly like a food, I do my best to replicate the recipe. We had something similar to this dip when we were out and about... I quickly decided I had to recreate it! The combination of flavours excited my taste-buds and [...]
Cocktail hour – Avocado Margarita
Avocados are healthy and they are abundant in Mexico. I enjoy at least half an avocado per day. I was delighted when my niece, Courtney, was visiting and she suggested we make Avocado Margaritas. I squinched up my nose not thinking that was an ideal combination. She said “They’re really good”! So, I made them for all of our guests and they raved about both the alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. Creamy, smooth and yummy! Avocado Margarita (inspired by and recipe from Fernando’s Pub in Kelowna) 1 oz lime juice 1 oz simple syrup ( 2 parts sugar, 1 part [...]
Cocktail Hour – Watermelon Margarita’s
Watermelon Margarita's for 4 Pedicure and pampering at Villa Amor del Mar... that calls for a special cocktail; watermelon margarita's. Summing up my guests, coupled with the heat, I chose a refreshing choice. Ingredients; 3 - 4 cups cubed seeded watermelon 4 ounces tequila 2 ounces of Triple sec, Cointreau or Grand Marnier 2 -3 tablespoons cane or brown sugar 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (approximately 3 key limes) Preparation Cool 4 glasses in freezer for 1/2 hour or more On a plate, large enough to 'dip and swivel' your glass of choice, sprinkle 2 - 3 tablespoons of sugar [...]