by Erika De Paz | Nov 2, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
There are beverages that are simply excuses. Yes, excuses for seeing each other, for having a nice chat and for sharing moments… Mate is one of them. Preparing and drinking it together is a social ceremony that brings people closer. This infusion, made from the leaves of the Yerba Mate...
by Nativo Crafts | Oct 28, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
National Chocolate Day is a day we take very seriously! Well, maybe not seriously but we definitely like to celebrate it. After all, some of the best cocoa comes from Latin America, just like our beautiful crafts. So in the spirit of this important day in the Nativo Crafts calendar, here...
by Erika De Paz | Sep 18, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
Maybe few people know that cashew is a Latin American nut. This seed comes from the northernmost part of South America, specifically Venezuela and Brazil. It’s one of the best gifts this continent has given to the world. The crops quickly extended to other continents when Portuguese...
by Valentina Diaz | Sep 8, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
Horchata is a delicious Mexican drink that will chill you all summer long! It may take some time for the rice and almonds to soak, but after that it’s just blend and serve… So easy! And when the hot weather fades, you can make it and remember those sunny days. This chilled drink...
by Erika De Paz | Jul 12, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
Opening a can of peanuts can make anyone hungry. Thinking that we would only eat a handful is a colossal lie. Peanut, also known as groundnut and goober, is a delicious and addictive food. It has been widely used in local cuisines all over the world thanks to the flavor and texture it adds to...
by Valentina Diaz | Jul 4, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
My very first reference for arroz con habichuela, or rice and beans in English, is from a very popular (also terrible) Puerto Rican song from the 90’s called “Mi Abuela”. As I began to discover this dish, I was pleasantly surprised with the simplicity and the flavor complexity of...
by Erika De Paz | Jun 20, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
The most prestigious chocolatiers in the world are located in Germany and Switzerland, but the place where cocoa is coming from is far away from these European countries. The origin of the cocoa pod is still not clear. Some theories say that it specifically comes from Mexico (where it was...
by Valentina Diaz | Jun 2, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
To us gluttons out there, National Donut Day is one of the most expected holidays of the year, since it’s the perfect excuse to embark yourself in a trip of delicious donut indulgence. Boston cream, chocolate, peanut banana, jelly filling, sugar glazed, even the bold savory versions…...
by Nativo Crafts | May 25, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
We’ve got you covered for this Memorial Day Weekend! Whether you’re staying in, taking something to a friend’s house, entertaining or barbecuing, we have something tasty planned that will make you be the star of the weekend. When you hear the words “meal...
by Erika De Paz | May 20, 2017 | Discover, Flavors
Lately, much has been said about the miraculous properties contained in a small purple berry called the acai berry. This sweet grape like fruit is found in the tropical forests of Brazil and, although the percentage of pulp is small (10%), it has many vitamins and minerals needed for the...
