Author Archives: Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

YUCATECAN STYLE LASAGNA – LASAÑA YUCATECA

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Today is a blustery day in New York and I wanted to make something warm and filling.  I remembered this recipe from Pati’s Kitchen and decided to try it out. Following her recipe with a few changes.

Posted in Chrorizo, Latin Contemporary, Oregano, Sausage, Something Different | Tagged , , | 5 Comments

PLATANOS EN TENTACION – SWEET PLANTAINS IN CARAMEL SAUCE

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

While visiting Panama, we came across this dish.  I later found out that not only do we make this Puerto Rico, but also Cuba and most of Central America.

Posted in Breakfast/Brunch, Side Dishes, Something Different, Sweet Plantains | 8 Comments

PORK CHOPS WITH ALMOND SALMUERA (BRINE)

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

 

Posted in International Dishes, Latin Contemporary, Pork | Tagged , , | 6 Comments

SCALLOPS, CHORIZO AND GARBANZO (CHICKPEA) PUREE –

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

  I love to make pretty food.  It reminds me of my friend and food blogger, Brenda, Masala Eats Miami.  When I visit Miami we always try to get together for a food outing.  Do visit her blog, you will enjoy … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Cauliflower, Chickpeas, Chrorizo | 6 Comments

CHEF CHRISTIAN QUIÑONES, FRIENDS AND A LATIN INSPIRED MENU

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

As the situation in Puerto Rico worsens my heart breaks for my “Enchanted Island” or as we call it “La Isla del Encanto”. Being involved in the food industry, personal chef, caterer, food blogger and all around foodie, I worry … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Beef, Blogging, Breakfast/Brunch, Carrots, Chocolate, Latin Contemporary, Pork, Puerto Rico | Tagged | 10 Comments

BOURBON PEACH COBBLER

Posted on March 5, 2016 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

This was February’s challenge for our Creative Cooking Crew – “Bourbon”.  I am late at posting due to a busy last few weeks.  I am sorry to say that our Crew will no longer be.  So to all of you … Continue reading →

Posted in Desserts | Tagged , | 9 Comments

FLANCOCHO = FLAN AND CHOCOLATE CAKE

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Our Creative Cooking Crew challenge this month is “chocolate”.

Posted in Chocolate, Desserts, Flan, Latin Traditional, Puerto Rican - Tipico | 10 Comments

GALAKTOBOUREKO – GREEK CUSTARD PIE

Posted on December 20, 2015 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

 

Posted in Desserts, Greek, Uncategorized | Tagged | 13 Comments

BASQUE STYLE COD FISH – BACALAO A LA VIZCAINA

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

This is the Puerto Rican version that is a year-round favorite but mostly enjoyed during Lent.

Posted in Bacalao, Latin Traditional, Puerto Rican - Tipico, Puerto Rico | 9 Comments

BREAKFAST: HOME MADE GRAVLAX, ZUCCHINI PANCAKES, EGG SALAD WITH YOGURT, MUSTARD AND DILL

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Our Creative Cooking Crew took the Summer off and now we are back to bring you many wonderful creative dishes.

Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, Eggs, Zucchini Pancackes | 11 Comments