November, 2008

Chocolate for Mole

Question: I was wondering if there are different kinds of Mexican chocolate that can be used in a mole sauce. My supermarket only carried one kind and it is really sweet. Would it be appropriate for a mole, or do... (Continue reading)

German Influence

Question: Whenever I am in NY, I make it mandatory to visit yours or Aaron’s restaurant. In fact, I will be there in November for the marathon. As a home brewer, I will give a presentation to our club about... (Continue reading)

Tequesquite

Question: Where to get Tequesquite? I understand that a substance called tequesquite will puff the corn mase during cooking tamales. Where can I but this and what its is? Answer: Tequesquite is an alkaline mineral deposit that is used when... (Continue reading)

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Where to Stay – Veracruz

Where to Stay - Veracruz

PORT   Fiesta Americana Prol. Blvd. Manuel Avila Camacho S/N Fraccionamiento Costa de Oro, C.P. 94299. Boca del Río, Veracruz. Tel. (229) 989 89 89 Fax. (229) 989 89 06 For reservations in the U.S.: please call 1880-fiesta1 Hotel Lois... (Continue reading)

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Veracruz – Travel Tips

Veracruz - Travel Tips

…See ADO bus pass …You can rent a car at Taxi de lujo y confort …– Car and driver – 29) 372403 …Rates: Med. $2,500.00 pesos per day …$5,687.92 pesos per week Suburban Rental Oasis (Xalapa) (28) 157971 In this... (Continue reading)

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Traveling within the State

Traveling within the State

…See ADO bus pass …You can rent a car at Taxi de lujo y confort …– Car and driver – 29) 372403 …Rates: Med. $2,500.00 pesos per day …$5,687.92 pesos per week Suburban Rental Oasis (Xalapa) (28) 157971 In this... (Continue reading)

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Tour Oaxaca

Tour Oaxaca

Savor Oaxaca Enjoy a unique opportunity to tour Oaxaca, Mexico’s cultural and culinary landscape under the tutelage of private guide Marissa Sanchez Bastien (Zarela’s daughter.). Currently under development, these excursions to beautiful, historical Oaxaca will vary from 6 to 10... (Continue reading)

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Sites & Museums in Oaxaca

Sites & Museums in Oaxaca

…Monte Alban …One of the most important pre-Hispanic sites in all of … Mexico. The most spectacular city with a magnificent …view of the valley of Oaxaca. Do not miss it! …Photograph ©Manu Bastien www.manuphotos.com …El Yago (not sure of... (Continue reading)

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Restaurants in Michoacán

Restaurants in Michoacán

Restaurants in Michoacán Restaurant San Miguelito Av. Camelinas/Contra Esquina Centro de Convenciones 58070 Morelia, Michoacán México Telephone: 011-52-443-324-2300/324-4411 www.sanmiguelito.com.mx Manager/owner Lic. Cynthia Martínez This is a spectacular and very fun restaurant where every table has a different design and setting.... (Continue reading)

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Zarela Catering!

If you love Zarela Restaurant, you’ll want to know about Zarela Catering, a full-scale catering and event-planning firm. Zarela Catering will bring all the culinary excitement, home-style hospitality, and free­wheeling fun of the acclaimed dining spot to your home, office,... (Continue reading)

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