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Paprika is the spice you didn’t know you needed. It’s immensely popular in Spain and partially responsible for its vivid and exciting food!
Peppers were introduced to Spain with the first trips to America, and enthusiastic growers soon adapted the spicy fruit to the Iberian soil. The result was a non-spicy version now known as sweet bell peppers. When smoked in artisan ovens and ground into a fine powder, the peppers become paprika —the easiest way to spice up your cooking!
Chiquilín is a fourth-generation Spanish spice producer specializing in Spanish spices, from saffron to peppers, and paprika is undoubtedly amongst its most thrilling products. An all-natural food coloring and a fun way to add vibrancy and smoky scents to your cooking, paprika is as tasty as it’s fun to use!
Paprika gives life to the most famous rice dish on the planet, paella, but it’s also a decadent dry-rub for chicken and pork and will become your go-to spice for soups and stews. Vegetarian dishes come to life with just a pinch of the traditional spice as well, making it an all-rounder we’re genuinely proud to deliver to your doorstep!
When sourcing paprika, make sure you get yours from a traditional Spanish producer, like Chiquilín, companies that have taken paprika from Spain to the world for over one hundred years. By cooking with paprika, you’re also part of the spice’s centenary tradition!
Hispanic Heritage Month was created to spread awareness and promote Spanish history and culture in effort to help keep it alive! It is a time to learn, create, and appreciate the rich histories of our ancestors and celebrate the diverse cultures throughout the Spanish community!
Citrus fruit is essential behind the bar. Limes and lemons are critical in making exciting libations, such as the margarita, daiquiri, whiskey sour and many others. Here are some tips to make the most out of your citrus fruit when drink-mixing.
Talk about pasteles with any Puerto Rican and watch their eyes sparkle. This is more than a dense and tasty treat — it’s a tradition! Still, Puerto Rico’s tropical climate and love for hearty meals make these compact savory treats unique!
Explore my culinary journey inspired by my Abuelita’s recipes. Discover how her dedication to authentic Puerto Rican food shapes my cooking classes.
November is Puerto Rican Heritage Month!As we all enter this busy season of holiday preparations, let’s take time to reflect on the incredible ways Puerto Ricans have enriched U.S. history and culture since becoming a territory over a century ago. The rich legacy of the indigenous TaÍno, combined with European, African, and American influences, has shaped the Puerto Rican people into a vibrant, resilient community.
