[…] Check it out! While looking through the blogosphere we stumbled on an interesting post today.Here’s a quick excerpt [IMG coconutflan1.jpg] In Italian, we use the word cantina to refer to what in English is commonly called the cold cellar. Growing up, every Italian family I knew had a cantina. Without question, all of these cantinas could be expected to contain the following: jars of tomatoes, a variety of preserves, barrels of homemade wine, olive oil, and cured homemade meats. I remember once being shocked when a relative said they’d purchased a home that didn’t have a cantina. “But where will they put the […]

Thses ounds like the best kinds of recipies..full flavored, fresh and not too complicated. I must admidt, the individual bread puddings do look like my favorite, although the halibut with cherry tomatoes looks quite appealing, too. A book to look for.

[…] admin wrote an interesting post today on Whatâ��s in the Cantina?Here’s a quick excerptI was pleasantly surprised by the content of the book and by how easy and delicious the recipes were. I learned quite a bit and I was able to try a few dishes that I’m hoping will become a regular part of my cooking repertoire. … […]

LOL Ivonne! I just posted my review of this book tonight too! I agree 100% with you about how easy these recipes were and how flavourful they were. This book is a keeper for me too and I am going to try Carne Asada Tacos next based on your review of them.

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[…] Cream Puffs In Venice wrote an interesting post today on Whatâ��s in the Cantina?Here’s a quick excerpt [IMG coconutflan1.jpg] In Italian, we use the word cantina to refer to what in English is commonly called the cold cellar. Growing up, every Italian family I knew had a cantina. Without question, all of these cantinas could be expected to contain the following: jars of tomatoes, a variety of preserves, barrels of homemade wine, olive oil, and cured homemade meats. I remember once being shocked when a relative said they’d purchased a home that didn’t have a cantina. “But where will they put the […]

I always make my flan with cream cheese, except we call it flan con queso, to differentiate from the flan without cheese Maybe it’s a Puerto Rican distinction? I definitely want to take a look at her book though; thanks for reviewing it!

[…] Check it out! While looking through the blogosphere we stumbled on an interesting post today.Here’s a quick excerpt [IMG coconutflan1.jpg] In Italian, we use the word cantina to refer to what in English is commonly called the cold cellar. Growing up, every Italian family I knew had a cantina. Without question, all of these cantinas could be expected to contain the following: jars of tomatoes, a variety of preserves, barrels of homemade wine, olive oil, and cured homemade meats. I remember once being shocked when a relative said they’d purchased a home that didn’t have a cantina. “But where will they put the […]

[…] Cream Puffs In Venice wrote an interesting post today on Whatâ��s in the Cantina?Here’s a quick excerpt [IMG coconutflan1.jpg] In Italian, we use the word cantina to refer to what in English is commonly called the cold cellar. Growing up, every Italian family I knew had a cantina. Without question, all of these cantinas could be expected to contain the following: jars of tomatoes, a variety of preserves, barrels of homemade wine, olive oil, and cured homemade meats. I remember once being shocked when a relative said they’d purchased a home that didn’t have a cantina. “But where will they put the […]

I think we all need a trip to Isabel’s Cantina!
Sounds like I have to add this one to my list!

Everything sounds lovely and I’ll definitely have to add this one to my list too

What gorgeous recipes! Another book for my list!
Your cantina sounds like our ‘cave’… In the traditional French cave there is usually a decrepit bar and some stools for the men to gather and taste the wine - amid the tomatoes, pickles and preserves. Is it the same in the cantina?

Good find with the book and all the recipes sound appetizing but I too would have to add to the chorus of people liking the croissant bread pudding best…wow!

Ivonne,

I truly wish you were my next door neighbor. With all that food I bet you could use my hearty appetite.

And I see that I will have yet another cookbook for my groaning shelves.

–Robin (Bumblebee)

Wow! Those dishes look amazing. I don’t cook Latin at home either but I sure will give it a try now! I really like that cantina! The Bread Pudding recipe was the clincher…I am not putting that book on my list, I am buying it NOW!!

Great review Ivonne!

Nice review and the cookbook sounds really intriguing. I like the idea of the type of food the book is focused on. You deserve full marks for trying out so many dishes!

From your review (and luscious photos, as always), it seems like this is a book I should add to my cookbook collection!

“But where will they put their jars of tomatoes?” Haha, that’s such adorable/funny quote from your childhood, regarding homes without cantinas :0D

Wow, that cookbook from Isabel Cruz sounds like a great find - the black beans & rice dish looks quite satisfying; and the flan and bread pudding look stunning!! especially the bread pudding, though - no wonder you thought that it was the winning recipe!!

WOW, and YUM! the diablo chicken made my tummy growl, and the croissant bread pudding made me really wish you had posted the recipes! will have to keep an eye out for the book.. it’s great when you realise there is a whole region of cuisine you’ve been ignoring lately, and can now go and explore!

one concern - you seem to have a grand total of 3 content scrapers ‘quoting’ (stealing) this one post - I’m super annoyed about those sites at the moment, really, what is the point? grrrr. at the same time, I’m kinda impressed that you got 3 in 1.. so popu-rar!

Great review.You have managed to give us a really good flavour of what the book brings. The selection of recipes that you have put together is also very good - made my mouth water just reading through it. I hope that my comment will get published this time as my email address was changed in the hope that now it won’t be caught by your filter.

I’m always so jealous of all the cookbooks you get to review! This one looks like a good one. Your first photo is swoon worthy.

Croissant bread pudding with Mexican chocolate and almonds?!?! YUM!!!!

I can’t wait to make the croissant pudding~this is a wonderful book you found!

Oh wow! I can’t believe you made all those dishes from one cookbook. I’m seriously beginning to admire your determination to cook through your books, Ivonne.
P.S: Love all the dishes….they all look delicious. The jalapeno shrimp especially looks good.

Everything looks soooo tasty. I have to try this book
Lovely photos, Ivonne!
-s

All of the dishes look incredibly yummy Ivonne. Didn’t know cantina was a cold cellar - I bet yours is full of jars and delicious treats. Cilantro is something I had to get used to; first time I tried it I thought it tasted like soap, but now I love it (even in desserts: cilantro syrup). Love the croissant chocolate bread pudding, it looks decidedly moorish. Your holiday dinner guests will be very lucky people!

That cookbook looks amazing! Especially t he bread pudding–I’m a sucker for Mexican hot chocolate in any form. I haven’t made anything latin inspired in awhile, this post wants me to crack out some tortillas and beans!

How did I miss this post??

Everything looks fabulous! And I am a huge lover of all that is Latin - I am so getting this book! Holy cow.. coconut flan.. *swoon*

Beautiful review, my love!
xoxo

That jalapeno shrimp looks like it would hit the spot with us. I must make these!

Hi! I own the cookbook, and on the flan recipe it says to use sugar for the caramel sauce. Does that mean brown and white sugar? Thanks, Andrea