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Embracing my Mexican heritage and sharing all the wonderful flavors, colors and foods I grew up with. Join me on this journey as I also learn new foods and cooking techniques. Dedicated to my parents Ramiro and Blanca.

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Blue Corn-Flour Tortillas!

April 7, 2026

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Blue corn tortillas were not as readily available when I was growing up in Los Angeles. Most common were the white and yellow corn tortillas sold in large packs at the tortilla factories and Mexican markets. Blue corn is native to Mesoamerica and is utilized in many traditional dishes. Tortillas, tamales and atoles (warm beverage) are just a few of the dishes. It's deep blue/purple color is full of antioxidants and provides nutrients after being cooked in lime(cal), calicium hydroxide. Today's ...

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More Nopales! Cactus Recipes!

April 6, 2026

Have you taken the plunge and tried cooking with nopales (cactus)? It's definitely one of those ingredients that gets a bad rap! Lol! You know, like okra. Mmmhmmm! I love nopalitos! Once you learn to ...

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Huevos Aguachile! Hard Boiled Eggs!

March 31, 2026

That's right, huevos aguachile! Hard boiled eggs dressed in lime, serrano peppers, red onions, cucumbers, cilantro, salt and salsa macha. This TikTok trend popped up on my feed last month and I could ...

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Pipian. An Introduction to Mole!

March 29, 2026

What is the difference between a pipian and mole? There are many similarities between the two. Both will include chile peppers, aromatics, spices and seeds. Depending on what kind you are making, ...

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Camarones y Patacones- Shrimp & Green Plantains!

March 20, 2026

Patacones, tostones and green plantains. I did not grow up enjoying this fried little goodness. At first bite, you may think you are enjoying a fried potato, but with a much denser texture. A light ...

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tuna Tostadas

Ensalada de Atun-Tuna Salad Tostadas!

March 2, 2026

Tuna! As far back as I can remember, I have enjoyed a tasty tuna sandwich on soft bread. Now as a grown up, I prefer crunchy tostadas for my tuna with Mexican flavors. There is something so delicious ...

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Sabor y Fuego! The Art of Authentic Mexican Salsa!

February 16, 2026

A funny thing happened on my way to the east coast! I was still riding on the coat tails of my first and second cookbook, when I was contacted by this big publishing company! Sabor y fuego happened ...

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Green Chile Flour Tortillas

January 31, 2026

I had so many request to please share this green chile flour tortilla recipe in printable form! Here it is! This post is going to to short and sweet or maybe I should say short with some heat! If you ...

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Love In The Shape of a Tortilla! Homestyle Mexican Recipes! Cookbook #2

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Salsa Ranchera, My Way!

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Chilaquiles Verdes!

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Mexican Martini

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Tortillas with Masienda

Extended Flour Tortilla Video!

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Pink Corn Tortillas

Cocina de Nuevo Leon- The Nuevo Leon Kitchen

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Hi, my name is Sonia Mendez Garcia. My parents Ramiro and Blanca Mendez moved to the United States from Monterrey, Mexico in 1963. I am first generation Mexican American born in Los Angeles, California. Cooking has always been one of my passions in life. This is my journey and I can't wait to see what the future holds. Read More…

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Blue Corn-Flour Tortillas!

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