As we approach Martin Luther Kings birthday it has me thinking about diversity and celebrating the differences. One of the ways I love to celebrate different cultures is through my palate not just by going out to eat but making it and sometimes having our kids join me in the kitchen. We will vicariously visit lots of countries as we take in the aromas of cumin, garlic, butter, tomato.... and experience the world through our palates as we taste the amazing dishes below. You can take it a … [Read more...]
Authentic Mexican Food: Amazing Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Chicken Tortilla soup is amazing! I love it, my whole family loves it and everyone we've fed it to loves it. Here's the most important part, I can say that my Mexican mother who is an amazing cook, loves it. The last time I made this soup my 5 year old who is a fickle eater, decided that today was the day he didn't like avocados. As always he scrutinizes each bite so there is no hiding anything. He said, "mommy what is this green thing?" I responded "just cilantro." Then I realized … [Read more...]