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About Me
I'm a Philadelphia native who moved to the seaside city of Necochea, Argentina in 2009. Since then, I've taken a keen interest in the foods of Argentina.
Personal blog or company website:
http://www.seashellsandsunflowers.com/
How many days per week do you normally cook at home?
5+
What is your level of experience as a cook?
Experienced

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HK’s Tuesday Tip: How to Choose a Mango

Posted on May 29, 2012 at 8:00am 0 Comments

We’re at the height of mango season! The sweetness of fresh, ripe mango adds a counterpoint to savory dishes and a bit of tropical flair to your cooking. Here are a few tips for selecting a luscious mango for use in salads, salsas, smoothies and more.…

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HK’s Tuesday Tip: How to Choose a Fresh Pineapple

Posted on May 22, 2012 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Choosing a tasty, fresh pineapple can be a challenge. Unlike many fruits that become sweeter and riper over time, pineapples do not improve with age. They’re picked at the peak of ripeness, and once they’re harvested, the quality begins to decline. To select the perfect…

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HK’s Tuesday Tip: Cooking the Perfect Pot of Rice

Posted on May 15, 2012 at 8:00am 1 Comment

Do the secrets of beautifully cooked, fluffy white rice elude you? Follow these tips for a perfect pot of rice every time.



  1. Rinse the rice in cool running water to get rid of excess starch. This step helps prevent the rice from turning out too…
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HK’s Tuesday Tip: How to Peel a Plantain

Posted on May 8, 2012 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Plantains, a starchy variety of banana, play an important role in the cuisine of Latin Caribbean nations. Although plantains look more or less like a regular banana, they’re more of a challenge to peel. Try these tricks for easier peeling.
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At 4:17am on March 27, 2012, Sonia Mendez Garcia Brennan said…

I have always been fascinated by Argentina...wow...amazing!! Looking forward to moe of your post!

At 9:34pm on March 26, 2012, Sonia Mendez Garcia Brennan said…

Hola Katie! I love your food post! Simply delish!!!

At 1:59pm on November 30, 2010, South America Living said…
ya think? LOL - thanks for invite friend, need to get some recipes up on site maybe we can do a link exchange at some point if you want to put a few. takes time to build an audience, and I have a TON of pages to get up for the basic site-build out. right now only about 500 visitors per month... but over 5000 page views... how many does your blog get? un beso
At 6:35pm on July 22, 2010, Jorge said…
I love the name. It reminds me of another great name, platanos a puñetazos! I'm a sucker for sweets
At 10:15am on July 22, 2010, Hispanic Kitchen said…
Katie, welcome to Hispanic Kitchen! Please make yourself at home!
 
 
 

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