DessertsFlan de Calabaza (Cuban-Style Pumpkin Flan)Flan de queso has always been a family favorite at our Cuban table. That glossy caramel and creamy custard never fails to impress. But this…5 hours47 recipes
Christmas
Christmas from the Avitap kitchen, with Cuban and Latin-inspired recipes, ingredients, and the method.
DessertsFlan de Calabaza (Cuban-Style Pumpkin Flan)Flan de queso has always been a family favorite at our Cuban table. That glossy caramel and creamy custard never fails to impress. But this…5 hours
DessertsHomemade Brazo Gitano (Guava Swiss Roll)Growing up in a Cuban family, the holidays meant that we were eating ALLLLL the desserts! And one thing that was never missing was un brazo…1 hour
ChocolateThe BEST Chewy Fudgy BrowniesRich and decadent, chewy, fudgy brownies with crackly tops and crispy edges. You and your family won’t get enough of these super fudgy…50 minutes
Cuban Breakfast RecipesSpanish Hot Chocolate (Chocolate Caliente)As I mentioned in my churros con chocolate post, Miamians love celebrating “chilly” weather with freshly fried churros and thick, hot…20 minutes
DessertsEasy Churros con Chocolate CalienteTo live in Miami is to know that there’s a special place in our hearts for churros con chocolate. Since it’s always so hot and humid here…1 hour
Cuban Breakfast RecipesEasy Rum Toffee Pecan Sticky Buns RecipeIn South Florida, there’s a spot called Knaus Berry Farm that opens every year from November to April and serves the most delicious sticky…2 hours
DrinksAuthentic Coquito (Puerto Rican Coconut Rum Cocktail)There’s nothing I love more during the holiday season than family and boozy drinks. Just kidding, I love the food too! 😜 But I gotta say……15 minutes
Cuban Breakfast RecipesHomemade Gooey Cinnamon Rolls with Vanilla IcingWhen it came to baking with yeast, I was always so intimidated by the whole process. I felt the same way about my focaccia bread and my…2 hours
DessertsFlan de Queso (Easy Cream Cheese Flan)Of all the flans I’ve tried, flan de queso has always been my favorite. I mean flan de calabaza comes in a close second but I digress…5 hours
15-minutes or lessEasy Stovetop Maple-Cinnamon Candied PecansIf you’re looking to spruce up regular pecans, look no further. These easy-to-make, delicious stovetop candied pecans are perfect for the…10 minutes
Cuban Side DishesMoros y Cristianos/Arroz Congri (Cuban Black Beans & Rice)Yes, the rumors are true, rice is my love language. Spoken like a true Cuban girl. Ha! I love rice and always make it a point to make…1 hour
DessertsArroz Con Leche (Cuban Rice Pudding)Growing up in a Cuban family, you make arroz con leche for dessert all the time. Whether it’s for Sunday dinner, a regular weekday, or…1 hour