Food, Glorious Food

I grew up in Mexico City where the change of seasons is not as obvious as up here. All year long we can get fresh produce in the street markets at very cheap prices. Of course, there are seasons for different products. For example, during the summer, tons (literally) of different kinds of mangoes make their way to our markets and during the winter you can see guavas and citruses everywhere you turn. You don’t always find the same produce at the market, but you can always find a market with delicious colors, smells and flavors no matter what time of the year it is…more

We made these to go along with our spring green salad. Maybe not the best combination, but it worked. I think these are meant to be served as a side/appetizer for like an easter brunch or something. They sure make an impressive presentation….more

Impressive looking, not so impressive tasting. These had the potential to be good, but somehow the combination of the rich, buttery puff pastry and the bitter asparagus didn’t go so well. If it weren’t for the curry salmon this meal could have been a bust….more