Category Archives: Seafood

GRILLED LOBSTER AND A BIRTHDAY PARTY

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

I hosted a celebration for a good friend at home with members of my family and the birthday guest.  Family, friends, a good meal, wine and laughter. You cannot ask for more.

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VODKA – SAKE – TINI + IRISH SMOKED SALMON – FLAVORED CREME FREICHE ATOP A TOASTED SESAME SUSHI CRACKER

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Our Creative Cooking Crew April challenge was to pair a cocktail with a canapé.  Easier said than done as I like my wine and rarely touch strong liquor except for sake and vodka on occasions. Friends came to visit from … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Seafood, Smoked Salmon, Something Different, Sushi, Uncategorized | Tagged | 7 Comments

COD FISH, MY WAY – BACALAO, A MI MANERA

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

27 years ago I had the honor of becoming a Godmother to a beautiful baby girl.  Her name, Carla.  Through the years she has only brought joy into my life.  Her mother and I have shared in all her accomplishments.

Posted in fruit salad, My recipes, Salads, Seafood, Something Different | Tagged | 19 Comments

Christmas Dinner for Friends – Salmon en Croute

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas.  I take this time to thank you all for your good wishes for a speedy recovery.  I am on the mend and happy to be back…the heck with the pain…I need to cook and post.  I … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, French, Holidays, International Dishes, Seafood, Something Different, Uncategorized | 20 Comments

Cabillaud Toulonnais – Cod Toulon Style

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Tonight we are having a few friends for dinner to celebrate the birthday of my friend, Felicia.  Instead of gifts we often give a dinner party for the birthday person.  It’s a chance to show how much they mean to us.

Posted in French, International Dishes, Seafood, Something Different | 16 Comments

Arroz Negro con Pulpo y Camarones a la Parrilla – Black Rice with Grilled Octopus and Shrimp

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

I remember the first time I saw my Mom make this dish I ran.  The way it’s made in Puerto Rico the rice is grey and it was not very appealing.  The squid comes in its own ink and it’s canned.  Not … Continue reading →

Posted in Latin Traditional, Puerto Rican - Tipico, Rice/Risotto, Seafood, Spain | 16 Comments