I used to hate soup. Growing up, I only had it when I was sick, so in my mind soup meant you were already down bad. Now that I’m older and wiser, I know what’s up. Caribbean chicken soup is preventative medicine. This is the kind of dish packed with micronutrients from herbs, root vegetables, […]

I’ve never really been a spaghetti girl. I know, I know… I’m Dominican, and we loooove espagueti. It’s basically a love language in our culture 😏 creamy, saucy and served with salami or fried cheese on the side. But let me tell you why I have such an aversion to spaghetti and pasta in general […]

Finger-licking wings with a Caribbean twist 🤤 sweet, sour and packed with flavor. I’ve always loved wings, but over the years I’ve been intentional about keeping them gluten-free and a bit healthier meaning no deep fryer or loads of oil needed. I look for flavor profiles that come from ingredients I genuinely love like tamarind. […]

Plantain, plátano, or bannann are a staple in Caribbean cuisine, especially fried. Tostones are one of the best side dishes ever, period. Cripsy, oily and a perfect mini edible plate that can be topped with shrimp, chicharron (fried pork or griot) or even just some hot sauce. If you’re on a fitness journey or trying […]

This sancocho may not be entirely traditional — it skips the customary seven meats and contains no pork — but trust me, the rich flavors are all there. With chicken drumsticks, beef stew meat, and short ribs simmered alongside hearty root vegetables like yuca, plantain, and yam, each spoonful is packed with comfort and warmth. […]

I’m back with another refreshing drink inspired by the Caribbean! But unlike my Morir Soñando recipe from my last post, today we’re blending two worlds—the bold citrus flavors of the Dominican Republic and the earthy richness of Japanese matcha. Now, let’s talk about matcha real quick. Everybody and their abuela (grandma) is trying to ride the matcha […]

The macros of the traditional Morir Soñando recipe can be tough for those on a fitness journey but with this recipe you can enjoy the drink for 16g of protein for less than 300 calories.