Pasteles de guayaba, without a doubt. Guava is one of the quintessential tropical fruits and so many countries have sweets with it. In Colombia we know it as Bocadillo and paired with cheese and a hot cup of tinto (coffee) is like a taste of heaven and home.
In Colombia, Torta Maria Luisa is what every mom and grandmother want for their birthday, afternoon coffee or other situation that require a cake. I would say that is our take on Victoria cake, as it is two fluffy sponge cakes sandwiched between a filling that is usually Arequipe…Â
A Bench Scraper! I mean, I bought it when I started making bread, but it is also great to transport diced veggies (specially onions and garlic), it also serves as a perfect replacement for a fish spatula (this one is so useful if you want a piece of fish to get intact to your plate).…Â
Sánduche de jamón y queso (Ham and cheese sandwich): this is peak colombian. I think all colombians, for every school breakfast, road trip, quick lunch... I think pretty much every possible situation, have had this concoction. It never fails on flavor and simplicity!
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson ... I mean, the whole Millenium saga is filled with plot twist and deep stories like you would never imagine. As you go through the whole saga you will not be able to sleep, eat, or even think of anything else. They are one of the most…Â
The House of Spirits by Isabel Allende. It is not only a masterpiece in terms of story plots, character development, prose and style, but it is a honest and in depth picture of Latin America’s agitated change and transformation through Chile’s eyes. I’ve never been to Chile, but just…Â
You always have that aunt that, even though she always sees you wearing black and white clothing, she will always give you the most pink and sparkling things ever... The worst part is always looking at that shirt and faking so hard to love it, plus having to wear it for your aunt.…Â
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