Pilar's Chilean Food & Garden
A recipe blog by a Chilean living in the USA
Versión en español One of the things I miss most about Chile is our family Sunday lunches, where the whole family gets together: cousins, uncles, grandparents, and grandaunts. These weekly family reunions are the ones I remember most fondly, the feeling of belonging and the fantastic food my grandmother used to make, including this Chimichurri …
Versión en español Growing up in Chile, I have many candy memories. The most popular ones, like Super8, have chocolate, and I have never been a chocolate person. That may be why I was always happy to buy a Mantecol. Mantecol is a popular peanut-based candy bar in Argentina. It is known for its smooth …
Versión en español The “Sandwich de Miga” is a popular sandwich originating in Argentina. It is often enjoyed as a light meal or snack. The name “miga” refers to the thin slices of bread used in the sandwich. Here are some key features of the Argentine Sandwich de Miga: My mother-in-law is from Argentina, and …
Versión en español Chocolate alfajores are a delicious and famous confectionery treat in South America, particularly Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Peru. Chocolate Alfajores are a variation of the traditional alfajores, a type of sandwich cookie made with two delicate, crumbly cookies (with cocoa powder) filled with dulce de leche and covered in chocolate. If you …
Versión en español This Sandwich Fiesta is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of BUSH’S Beans. The opinions and text are all mine. We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month between September 15th and October 15th every year. Since my children started school, it has allowed us to talk about our roots and culture, celebrate …
Versión en español Ensalada Rusa, or Russian Salad, is a popular potato salad in South America. Most versions include cubed potatoes, peas, carrots, celery, onion, and sometimes hard-boiled eggs. Chilean and Argentinian potato salad, or “Ensalada Rusa” or “Russian Salad,” are very similar. Despite its name, it has little to do with Russian cuisine and …
