Coffee Replacement: Make Ceremonial Grade Cacao at Home
What’s ceremonial-grade Cacao? It’s a plant medicine that’s been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and has cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life. What makes ceremonial-grade cacao different from modern chocolate? Ceremonial-grade cacao is grown using heirloom varieties of cacao. It’s also supported by indigenous communities and the elders who teach and carry on the ancient wisdom of cacao in countries like Guatemala and Ecuador. For me, it’s also important to support Latine brands like Cacao Laboratory that honor ancient traditions and sustainable farming practices.
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Coffee Replacement: Iced Chamomile Lavender Cacao Latte
One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latiné heritage is by drinking cacao daily. Cacao is a plant medicine that has been enjoyed for thousands of years.
I wanted this drink to have an iced coffee–like feel, so I infused the cacao in this recipe with Tadin’s newest tea, Chamomile Lavender, and added plant-based milk.
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Sweetpotato Vegan Date Dulce De Leche with Chia Pudding For National Sweetpotato Month
I am excited to share my Vegan Date Dulce De Leche with Chia Pudding in partnership with North Carolina Sweetpotatoes for National Sweetpotato Month.
This vegan dulce de has a deep caramel flavor from the dates, earthiness from sweetpotatoes, and a bit of spiciness from the ginger and cinnamon. Traditional dulce de leche is made by simmering a can of sweetened condensed milk on the stove for hours like my mom did when I was a little girl. Making dulce de leche with dates and sweetpotatoes takes hours out of the process and is vegan, refined sugar, and dairy-free. Use the vegan date dulce de leche to top your chia pudding, dip your fresh fruit, or eat it by the spoonful with the fridge door open.
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Movie Night: Cinnamon Butter Popcorn with Dulce de Leche
Save this recipe for your next movie night! The cinnamon flavor comes from infusing Canelita Tea, which is a rich tea made with a blend of rose hips, cinnamon, and black tea in butter or coconut oil. You can also do this with a 1/4 tsp. of cinnamon instead of the tea. Notes: Squeezing the tea bags makes sure you get every drop of flavor and butter out of them. This popcorn is best eaten right away. You can also mix the butter and dulce de leche (caramel sauce works too) in individual bowls.
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Nonalcoholic Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Mocktail
Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life.
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Chocolate Marranitos: Chewy Gingerbread Pig Cookies
Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life.
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Upgrade Your Hot Chocolate: Make Blender Champurrado
Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life.
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Easy Nourishing Green Blender Soup
This recipe is like drinking a warm, nourishing, green hug and it’s your answer for “it’s too cold for a smoothie.” Perfect for when you need an extra nutrient boost or when you feel that slight tickle in your throat. It freezes well, which means you can make it ahead of time and have it ready and waiting for you!
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Cafe Con Cacao & Feliz Latinè Heritage Month in Partnership with Pinteres
Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life.
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Strawberry Whipped Cream Food Processor Frosting
Inspired by Serious Eats, this frosting is genius! It uses a food processor, which makes a dense whipped cream to frost your favorite desserts with. The dried strawberries create a stable, thick, and flavorful cream. The hibiscus tea syrup (check out my last recipe) creates a pop of flavor. Don’t forget to add the smallest pinch of salt. Note: If you have a scale, that’s the best way to weigh the strawberries. I used Trader Joe’s freeze dried strawberries (it’s almost 1 cup).
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Hibiscus (Flor de Jamaica) Ginger Root Fizz Mocktail
Hibiscus (flor de Jamaica) is a delicious herbal tea made from the calyx of the hibiscus flower. It has a tart, floral, and fruity flavor similar to cranberries or pomegranate. This is the perfect for brunch or late afternoon drink. Note: Add more honey or agave, if you like your tea sweeter. Garnish with fresh mint and strawberries. Save this to try later!
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Chocolate Mug Cake with Date Dulce de Leche
Make a delicious fluffy cake in under 60 seconds! Pop this cake batter in your favorite (microwave-safe) coffee mug. Want to make this extra special? Top with my vegan date dulce de leche and fresh fruit. Note: Using a wider mug will leave room for the cake to expand plus give you room to add your toppings. You can always use a paper towel under the mug to catch overflow if you’re not sure. The mug I used was 18 ounces, it from the sold out Target Latinx collection.
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The Chef’s Guide To Roasted Veggies
Roasting your veggies can totally change your meal-prep game. It’s a fast and easy way to make any veggies taste delicious. By roasting, you concentrate the flavor of the veggies.
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Cola de Mono: Chilean Winter Holiday Chilled Coffee Drink
Cola de Mono is a Chilean winter coffee holiday drink. This version is made with milk, coffee, and simple syrup that has been infused with Tadin’s Canelita Tea, a cinnamon stick, orange peel, and star anise. The syrup is delicious when poured over fresh fruit or pancakes or mixed with seltzer or a cocktail. It’s also a beautiful holiday hostess gift. Feel free to skip the pisco in this drink if you’re avoiding alcohol. This recipe is perfect to double, triple, or quadruple and serve chilled in a pitcher for parties. It’s the perfect drink for brunch.
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Warm Salad: Baked Spinach & Crispy Quinoa Salad
First, what’s a baked salad? It’s a salad where all the ingredients are baked: Greens, veggies, toasted grains and seeds, and you can even serve it with warmed dressing. This is a Tik Tok trend that has deep culinary roots. Warm salads have been around for thousands of years.
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Refill Your Taza (Cup): Recipes with Tadin Tea & Herb Co. + Brewing the Perfect Cup of Chamomile Tea
I am a tea lover, and working as a recipe developer and food stylist for Tadin Tea & Herb Co. is a dream! Inside Refill Your Taza you'll find drinks, smoothies and sweet treats to enjoy. You can also listen to this podcast to learn more about my journey with Tadin.
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Weeknight Lemon Balsamic Salad Dressing Recipe + Saving the Last Dregs of Mustard
Maybe you have been there, the last dregs of mustard left in the jar. You don’t want to bother scraping it down and it seems wasteful to rise out the jar and recycle it. Here is your solution: Make salad dressing right in the jar! This dressing is perfect even for a weeknight. Simple toss in the ingredients and shake the jar (this can actually be very therapeutic especially after a day filled with screens).
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Recipe: Sweet Dreams Chamomile & Seven Blossoms Tea Latte
For especially restful sleep, add this calming latte to your nightly routine. It’s made with Tadin’s Seven Blossoms and Organic Chamomile teas. The blends contain valerian root, passion flower, linden flower, and chamomile; they are all known for encouraging rest and relaxation.
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Recipe: Extra Green Moringa Cleanse Smoothie
Looking to add an immune boost to your morning smoothie? Moringa is known for having antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Frozen riced cauliflower and avocado will give you all the creaminess and extra fiber with no added sugar. This recipe also works with a banana. Serve over ice if you like your smoothie extra cold.
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Recipe: Calming Herbal Tea + Donating to World Central Kitchen
This tea is full of calming herbs like valerian root, holy basil, and chamomile found in Respiratory Balance Tea, Organic Stress Balance Tea, Chamomile Anise Tea, and Seven Blossoms Tea. This is the perfect tea to make an extra big pot of. You can also let it simmer on low and go back for cup after cup. Bonus: Your home will smell amazing! Slow cooker directions are below. This recipe can be cut in half and is also delicious iced. Garnish it with a drizzle of honey and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Sip it using my Mug Mindfulness Practice.
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