TAMALES

It’s holiday season and one of the best traditions here in Houston is for Hispanic families to come together and make TAMALES!  A few years ago, I had the opportunity to make tamales with a Mexican family.  They bought already-made masa and by the time I got there, I only got to be a part…

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

AKA:  Campechana de mariscos, a spicy tomato-based, citrusy cocktail packed with shrimp and avocado.   I learned this recipe from some friends whose son used to play soccer with Jonah when he was younger out in Sugarland.  Sylvia shared this delicious recipe and it has been a party pleaser for almost a decade now.  🙂 The only…