Tag Archives: celebration
Chipotle Carnitas Tacos
“Mama Rita” just recently had a “big” birthday, the kind that requires a proper celebration. She’s loved by many, and widely known in our city for her art. Those closest to her know her amazing strength — you want her … Continue reading
Posted in summer, anytime
Tagged Mama Rita, birthday, carnitas, celebration, chipotle, fiesta, grandma salazar, mexican food, mexico, party, pork, salsa verde, slow cooked, tacos
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Pan de Muerto
In México, los Días de los Muertos is a holiday rich in tradition. My sister Emily and I were studying in Oaxaca during fall semester of 1999 when we experienced it for ourselves, November 1st and 2nd. One of the most vivid … Continue reading
Posted in autumn, traditions
Tagged angels, anise, aniseed, aztec, bones, bread, bread of the dead, candles, canela, celebration, ceylon cinnamon, eggs, marigolds, mexican hot chocolate, mexico, oaxaca, pan de muerto, sand sculptures, spanish conquest, yeast, yeast bread
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