

Chupe de camarones, a beloved Peruvian soup
Once upon a time, I hated seafood. My father used to say to me that it wasn't possible that I was his child if I didn't love seafood, as...
Feb 26, 20194 min read


Our right to food
When Kahlo was an infant I sought out to tell her bedtime stories not only to help her fall asleep but to also give her a sense of...
Feb 5, 20197 min read


Tamales a la Chiquimamis
Winter time is a season when our family gathers together for many things. We have quite a few birthdays that fall in December (and...
Dec 22, 20184 min read


Seco de res, Peruvian Beef Stew
When fall arrives in New England, I get in the mood for a nice stew. Peruvian dish, Seco de res!
Oct 3, 20183 min read


Kahlo's Chicha Morada
Here in Boston we are swimming through another heatwave and it made me think about our favorite Peruvian drink, Chicha morada!
Aug 29, 20182 min read


Sopa de quinua, Quinua kashki
While living in Peru I found soup being served in almost any outdoor produce market, in small and large stalls throughout.
Aug 10, 20184 min read


Ceviche serrano-ish
In honor of Peruvian Independence day, July 28th, I (Chefmama Krysia) made something like a ceviche serrano for parents, also called ceviche
Jul 30, 20183 min read


Is Ensalada Rusa Actually Russian?
Since I can remember I've been eating Ensalada Rusa, which translates as Russian Salad, at various family parties over the years.
Jun 11, 20185 min read


Origins of Alfajores
It is said that the alfajor was originally called "alajú." ...The name is of Arabic origin, and “alajú” is believed to be derived
May 16, 20183 min read


Rufus Estes: from slave to worldy chef
Digging into food history is a fascinating process. We often take eating for granted yet there is so much we can learn about each other when
Apr 24, 20182 min read



