We are very fortunate to live in a country that is a melting pot for people of all different cultures and backgrounds. Most of us join our family and friends during the holidays to celebrate and to engage in those traditional customs that we have known and loved for many generations. It is very important to celebrate our differences and to share our unique histories with one another, especially during these precious moments. Food has always been a uniting factor when it comes to holiday celebrations. We love to prepare culturally inspired dishes that please our palates as well as showcase the recipes and themes that are familiar to us and have been a staple at family meals for years. Unfortunately, we often prepare well over what we need for these meals and we end up with mountains of leftovers after the holidays. Fortunately, Hormel Foods has some great ideas regarding how you can add a cultural twist to those holiday leftovers that are still in your … [Read more...]
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Nestlé Abuelita Hot Chocolate Review and Prize Pack Giveaway
One of my fondest memories of growing up in Spain are the precious moments that I spent with my Grandmother enjoying "La merienda" with her and talking to her about my day in school. The term "merienda" refers to a widely popular Latino custom. It involves taking a break in the afternoon and having a snack in between lunch and dinner. This is normally a bonding time where families enjoy a light meal as well as each other's company. The hours between lunch and dinner can seem like a really long time when your stomach is growling. La merienda definitely provides all of us with a solution to the problem of that afternoon craving. One way to spend this time is to enjoy a delicious cup of hot chocolate along with some sweet pastries and share them with a close friend or family member. It is wonderful to take a break and just "escape" for a few minutes. Nestlé's Abuelita Hot Chocolate is a perfect "merienda" snack because it comes in convenient, single-serve … [Read more...]
