Spanish Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is a traditional hot drink that helps us warm up on the coldest days of autumn and winter. In my memory I associate this comforting drink with moments of happiness and comfort on winter days. If I close my eyes and think of a cup of hot chocolate, the...
Pears in Wine
Today we have pears in wine for dessert ! I love this dessert! Pears are delicious when cooked in red wine. This classic recipe combines the sweet flavor of ripe pears with the rich taste of red wine. At this time of the year (autumn), I love to make desserts that are...
Buñuelos
In my family, we've been eating buñuelos for as long as I can remember! Blanca, isn't the shape of buñuelos round? Buñuelos is a traditional dessert that is prepared in different ways both in Spain and in Latin American countries. However, this buñuelos recipe come...
Spanish Cupcakes (Magdalenas)
This recipe for Spanish cupcakes, also known as magdalenas or Spanish muffins, will surprise you with its fluffiness and taste. I usually write about desserts that have the power to take us back to our childhood, as that was the main reason to create this blog, but...
Churros
I always have churros for breakfast whenever I go to my grandmother's village! When freshly made, these Spanish treats are deliciously crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Are Churros a Typical Spanish Breakfast? Here in Spain, we don't eat them every day...
Fried Plantains with Orange Sauce
This recipe for fried plantains with orange sauce, or platanos fritos, won´t leave you indifferent! What I like about our grandmothers' desserts is that they were made with basic products. Who doesn't have sugar, bananas and oranges at home? You only need these three...
Crema Catalana
Crema Catalana, also known as burnt cream, is a traditional Spanish dessert characterized by its citrus and cinnamon aroma and crunchy caramelized crust. This dessert originated in Catalonia, a region in northeastern Spain, during the Middle Ages. I love the Spanish...
Lemon Yogurt Cake 1.2.3
We have a new cake section on the blog! And we launch it with this lemon yogurt cake recipe. This recipe for lemon yogurt cake has a very special place in my recipe book, as it was the first dessert I ever made in my life! If you are getting started in baking, I...
Spanish Chocolate Birthday Cake
I have cooked many cakes before, and I have to say this chocolate birthday cake is D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S. This chocolate birthday cake recipe has been passed down from generation to generation in Victor's family. And now his grandmother, Nona as they call her, has shared...
Lemon Mousse with Condensed Milk
This summer in Vivero, the most popular dessert in my family has been the lemon mousse with condensed milk. I asked my aunt Carmela to teach me how to make this dessert since it is easy to make, fresh and creamy. Furthermore, it can be stored for several days in the...
Soft Nougat Mousse
Nougat mousse is an elegant and simple dessert that will give a delicious touch to your meals at Christmas time. If you are bored eating nougat from a tablet, maybe it´s about time to try this original and delicious way to eat this classic Christmas treat: in a glass...
Homemade Spanish Custard (Natillas)
Natillas, or Spanish custard, is one of the many desserts that my grandmother used to make us. That´s why it reminds me of my childhood whenever I eat it! I remember when we used to go to my grandmother's house for Sunday lunch. I was very happy visiting my...
Spanish Flan
This flan recipe has been made at home for as long as I can remember. Flan, also known as caramel custard or caramel flan, is a traditional Spanish dessert my grandmother taught me how to make many years ago. Grandma´s Flan Recipe My grandmother used to make all kinds...
Creamy Arroz con Leche
This arroz con leche recipe has been passed down from generation to generation in my family! When I was little I used to help my grandmother prepare arroz con leche for the whole family. I recall the delight on our faces as we ate this sweet treat. Today, a spoonful...
Flan with Condensed Milk
You will love this flan recipe with condensed milk! Victor and I share the same passion for homemade desserts! Both of us have been lucky enough to be part of large families where there is a good eating culture ; although , when the food is on the table you have to be...
Birthday Cake with Dulce de Leche
One of my favourite cakes in our recipe book is this birthday cake with dulce de leche. We all like to taste over and over again those flavors that remind us of our childhood. When you come across with a dessert that you liked so much in your childhood, you start to...
