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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: The Perfect Summer Salad

By Bren Herrera | 07/27/2010 - 13:00 | 1 Comment

The weather right now is stifling in most parts of Eastern U.S., which, for me, means eating and drinking chilly offerings. Hot main entrees are okay; but adding a room temperature or chilled dish will cool down the collective heat. This summer salad fits the bill perfectly.

When I teach cooking classes in Atlanta, one of the challenges is coming up with...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Cuban Pastelitos de Carne

By Bren Herrera | 07/20/2010 - 08:00 | 3 Comments

I have to admit that one of the best things about being Cuban is our cuisine. Recently, a renowned chef and instructor based in Las Vegas sent me a message on Facebook to get my thoughts on food accessibility on my native island.

I sighed and told him that the best place to get the real deal and authentic Cuban food is actually here in the States—not at a restaurant...

Table Talk: Sante Fe

By Verky Arcos | 07/17/2010 - 10:00 | 0 Comments

Sante Fe

73 West 71st Street
New York, NY 10023
(212) 724.0822

santefe71.com

The décor of Sante Fe is understated, with sand colored walls, a few ethnic artifacts and white tablecloths, but that's not why people visit this popular eatery in NYC. It's all about...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Spanish Style Plantain Omelets

By Bren Herrera | 07/14/2010 - 08:00 | 3 Comments

It may sound a bit weird, but I promise you’ve never had anything like this fluffy plantain omelet! If you love sweet plantain, you’ll make this for your desayuno this weekend! The sweetness of the plantain coupled with the airiness of the eggs is a mouth-watering combination. It’s like having chocolate and pretzels. Or chocolate and cotton candy! Or ladies, it’s...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Arroz con Leche

By Bren Herrera | 07/08/2010 - 13:00 | 2 Comments

If there were one thing I could change about my eating, it would be my sweet tooth. Sometimes, I’ll forgo a meal just to have something dulce. It could be just about anything, no matter how many extra calories it’s bound to contribute to the diet.

Take arroz con leche,...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Easy Latin Drink Recipes for Summer!

By Bren Herrera | 06/24/2010 - 18:00 | 0 Comments

Summer is here, and last week I gave you a precursor to kick off the season with three easy Latin recipes! I hope you've tried at least uno!

So what does the new season mean to you? For me, it means grilling (check out...

Easy Latin Drink Recipes for Summer!

By Bren Herrera | 06/24/2010 - 18:00 | 2 Comments

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Easy Latin Recipes for Summer

By Bren Herrera | 06/15/2010 - 15:32 | 1 Comment

Summer is just one week away and the first thing that comes to mind for most of us is pool parties, cookouts and vacations. The last thing on our minds is usually what we’re going to cook; especially if we’re spending so much time outdoors and away from our casa. The thought of having to come up with light, fresh and enticing meals during super hot days can...

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