Plátanos Maduros Fritos or simply Maduros (Sweet Fried Plantains) are undeniably a staple of Cuban cuisine. These sweet and succulent banana-like bites are typically served as a side dish to meat or poultry (such as Cuban Mojo Chicken) or simply with Cuban Black Beans and rice. Plantains vs. Bananas Plantains are related to bananas — both come from plants…
Calling all garlic lovers – this creamy, garlicky Easy Homemade Spanish Alioli, Allioli or Aioli (Olive Oil and Garlic Mayonnaise) is simply heaven! A wonderful accompaniment to numerous dishes, from meats and poultry to vegetables, potatoes and sandwiches. Alioli, Allioli and Aioli – What’s the Difference? Spanish alioli (pronounced a-lē-ō-lē) comes from the Catalan allioli, which means garlic and oil. Traditional…
In memory of Anthony Bourdain, who died on June 8, 2018, this recipe for Clams with Chorizo, Leeks, Tomato and White Wine is adapted from Appetites: A Cookbook by Anthony Bourdain and Laurie Woolever. Who was Anthony Bourdain? Anthony Bourdain was a renowned chef, bestselling author and award-winning television personality. A 1978 graduate…
The Mojito (pronounced mō-hee-tō) is a refreshing rum, mint and lime based cocktail served over ice with a splash of club soda. The perfect summer cocktail! Cuba, the Mojito and Hemingway Cuba is considered the birthplace of the Mojito, but its exact origins are the subject of much debate. One story traces the cocktail back…
Tortilla de Patatas, as it’s known in Spain (or Tortilla de Papas or Tortilla Española as it’s known in Cuba and outside of Spain) is an extremely popular dish resembling an omelet. Like most other omelets, it can be made with countless ingredients, such as cheeses, meats and vegetables. But the classic Tortilla Española—the one we…
