#MeatlessMondays – Green Split Pea Tacu Tacu with Fried Bizcochito Bananas
In Peru, when when you hear the word tacu tacu, it’s referring to a traditional dish that is hearty enough to satisfy not only a craving but a good appetite. Usually made with leftover canary beans, it...
View ArticleSuper Smoothie – Dad’s Fountain of Youth
The original recipe is in my Detox Juicing book. I wrote this book with my daughter, and she shared this recipe there. This healthy drink was custom made by her (a holistic health coach) for her now...
View ArticleQuinoa Pudding with Coconut and Pineapple
Quinoa is so versatile that it can be prepared as a dessert too. When it is cooked like a rice pudding, hardly any variations are necessary. The texture is different, as well as the flavor, but it is...
View ArticleQuinoa Pudding // Quinua con Leche
For a traditional version of quinua pudding, follow the instructions for arroz con leche and you´ll be ready for a real treat. To the finished pudding add raisins, chopped mango, berries, a little Port...
View ArticleAvocado Filled with Chicken Salad
Paltas rellenas are a favorite dish in our country. There are several variations but nothing beats chicken or tuna salad as the filling of choice. I even use smoked trout and palm hearts to give them a...
View ArticleTropical Fruit Salad with Bee Pollen
Fruit always tastes better fresh, and Peru is home to many wonderful options like lucuma, chirimoya and cocona. This cheerful, sunny fruit salad features some better-known fruits that are equally...
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