Cuba Libre, To a Free Cuba!
My absolute favorite drink, the Cuba Libre is a simple but delicious cocktail recipe consisting of Rum, Coke, and a squeeze of Lime. The origin of this drink is still a mystery, as there are different accounts of its creation.
A Winter Margarita from Guadalajara, Mexico
This Winter Margarita is a Mexican recipe from the city of Guadalajara. Made with Tequila, lime juice, bitters, and a spiced cranberry syrup then shaken and served on ice.
Delicia Dominicana Cocktail Recipe
This Delicia Dominicana (Dominican Delight) cocktail recipe is made with Passion Fruit and Dominican Rum. My favorite rum in the world is Columbus Rum, made in the Dominican Republic
The World Famous Bahama Mama
The Bahama Mama is a fruity Tiki cocktail that consists of white rum, coconut rum, grenadine, lemon juice, orange juice, and pineapple juice. The cocktail is prepared by shaking or blending the ingredients with crushed ice until the consistency becomes slushy.
The Puerto Rican Chi-Chi Cocktail
Think of the Chi-Chi Cocktail as the cousin of the infamous Puerto Rican Piña Colada. It's a tropical mash of fresh pineapple, coconut, lime, and ice just like the Piña Colada but instead of using rum we use vodka and garnish with a cherry.
Pina Colada Recipe
This piña colada is a sweet cocktail recipe made with rum, cream of coconut, and pineapple juice. It may be garnished with either a pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, or both. There are two versions of the drink, both originating in Puerto Rico.
Vino Navegado ~ Chilean Warm Wine
Vino Navegado is a warm wine that is very popular in the southern regions of Chile. It's the perfect way to drink red wine during cold nights!
Chocolate de Maní Caliente ~ Hot Peanut ‘Cocoa’
It might surprise you to know that Chocolate de Maní Caliente does not have any chocolate in it. The delicious Dominican delight is a Hot Peanut 'Cocoa' and is as deliciously deceptive as its name.
Red Spanish Sangria
Sangria is one of the most popular drinks in Spanish cuisine. It is commonly served in bars, restaurants, and festivities throughout Spain and Portugal. Clericó is a similar beverage that is popular in Latin America.
The Delicious Chimayó Cocktail
The Chimayó is a Tex-Mex cocktail made by combing tequila, apple cider, lemon juice, and crème de cassis in an old-fashioned glass filled with ice and stirring it until mixed then garnishing with an apple slice for serving.
El Submarino ~ Argentinian Hot Chocolate
El Submarino is an Argentinian recipe made from a mug of hot milk and a thick rectangle of dark chocolate served alongside. The chocolate is the submarine, and you sink it and stir it into the hot milk making your Hot Chocolate drink.
Ponche Navideño Mexicano (Christmas Fruit Punch)
This warm, spiced Christmas punch is made by simmering typical Mexican fruits with cane sugar and spices until the heavenly aroma permeates the home.
The Orange Eclipse from Barbados
Put a little tropical sun in your winter cocktail with an Orange Eclipse from Barbados. This Bajan cocktail recipe is made from rum, orange juice, vermouth, and bitters.
Coquito, the Puerto Rican Coconut Nog
Coquito meaning "Little Coconut" in Spanish is a traditional Christmas drink that originated in Puerto Rico. The coconut-based alcoholic beverage is similar to eggnog, sometimes being called the Puerto Rican Eggnog.
Caribbean Christmas Cocktail Recipe
This Caribbean Christmas Cocktail Recipe is easy as pie, it incorporates just 4 ingredients. It looks beautiful and snowy, and it’s so, so delicious.
Frozen Mango Daiquiri Cocktail
This Frozen Mango Daiquiri is the best way to escape the dog days of summer. This Cuban cocktail uses big, juicy, ripe mangoes, rum, lime juice, sugar, and ice to make the most amazing frozen drink one can imagine.
The Havana Highball: Delving into the Depths of Culto a la...
Originating from Havana, Culto a la Vida is a classic Cuban cocktail consisting of dark rum, cranberry juice, lime juice, and sugar.
The World’s Best Banana Daiquiri
The World’s Best Banana Daiquiri is a nice change from the strawberry daiquiri is a frozen Cuban cocktail. It's made with bananas, lime juice, simple syrup, Cointreau, Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum, and ice.
Mango Mojitos: A Refreshing Twist on a Cuban Classic
Dive into summer with a tropical twist on the classic Cuban Mojito. Fresh mangoes, mint, and a bubbly fizz - the ultimate summer refresher!
Ponche Crema ~ Venezuelan Eggnog
Ponche crema is the Venezuelan recipe for eggnog. This creamy, spicy drink is different from most others because it calls for flan mix instead of the usual eggs but is tasty.
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This is the Puerto Rican Vegan Cookbook to give you all the flavor while transporting you to an abuela's kitchen or the quaintest of Mom & Pop shops.
Cooking Classes
No Cooking Classes Scheduled
Sorry, but we do not have any cooking classes scheduled at this time. We are always planning new classes so check back often. In the meantime take a look at our past cooking classes here.
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