Latina Food, Latino Cuisine, Hispanic Cuisines, Latin-American Foods

Taste Testing: Tapas, A Taste of Spain in America

By Diana Delatorre | 02/05/2010 - 18:07 | 1 Comment

The Book

Early in his career, chef Jose Andres trained at the legendary El Bulli under none other than the famed Ferran Adria. Hearing the announcement that El Bulli will close for the next two years, I felt wistful for a taste of Spain and a bit depressed that I may never have the chance to eat at...

Cocktail of the Week: Michelada

By Stephanie Nolasco | 02/03/2010 - 16:12 | 5 Comments

Super Bowl weekend is only a few days away, which means that it’s time to take out the ice cold cervezas for everyone! But why not spice things up with a Mexican favorite, such as the Michelada?...

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Table Talk: Latitude Zero

By Verky Arcos | 01/29/2010 - 19:00 | 0 Comments

Latitude Zero
82 South 4th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(718) 384-8282

Latitude Zero just celebrated its one year anniversary, so I thought it was perfect timing to check out this South American hot spot out. I brought my two gringa girlfriends in the hopes of sharing something new and exciting with them and to my...

Cocktail of the Week: Snap Frost Punch

By Stephanie Nolasco | 01/27/2010 - 16:15 | 1 Comment

If you’re hosting a get-together at home, you can never go wrong with punch, the ultimate social drink. Not only are they very easy to prepare, but they also save you time and money. Even...

Table Talk: Fig Restaurant

By Verky Arcos | 01/22/2010 - 18:12 | 3 Comments

Fig Restaurant
The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
101 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone: 310.319.3111

Fig—named after the 100 year old tree sitting in front of the Fairmont Miramar hotel the restaurant calls home—is all about making delicious dishes with the best local and seasonal ingredients. The Fairmont...

Cocktail of the Week: Top Low Calorie Drinks

By Stephanie Nolasco | 01/20/2010 - 14:30 | 2 Comments

Studies have shown that those who drink regularly in small amounts average lower levels of abdominal fat than those who sporadically binge drink. In other words, a glass a day is better...

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Cocktail of the Week: Honey Spiced Punch

By Stephanie Nolasco | 01/13/2010 - 13:54 | 0 Comments

A delicious concoction that’s sure to put anyone in a festive mood is the wonderfully scrumptious Honey Spiced Punch by Erick Castro of The Rickhouse in San Francisco. The cool rum,...

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Daily Bite: Grilled Mahi Mahi with Mango Sauce

By Latina Staff | 01/11/2010 - 16:56 | 0 Comments

INGREDIENTS:

For the mango sauce:

2 Roma (plum) tomatoes

1/2 large ripe mango, peeled, cut from pit, and chopped

1/2 onion, diced

1/2 tsp. minced garlic

1/2 small jalapeño chile, seeded and diced

2 1/2 tbsp. cider vinegar

1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar

1 tbsp. Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp....

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