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Sandwichitos de Mezcla are a classic party snack in Puerto Rico — tiny, crustless sandwiches filled with a creamy, savory spread made from ham, cheese, and pimentos. They’re soft, rich, and nostalgic — the kind of bite you’ll find at birthdays, baby showers, and holiday gatherings across the island. Sandwichitos […]
Birria Tacos Birria tacos (also known as quesabirria) are a Mexican dish consisting of pan-fried corn tortillas stuffed with tender, slow-cooked shredded meat—traditionally goat or lamb. However, beef is most common in the U.S. The tortillas are often dipped in the fat from the top of the braising liquid before […]
Easy Paella – one of those dishes that carries an entire landscape, a whole rhythm of life, inside the pan. If you love the cultural heartbeat behind food, you’ll appreciate this easy paella. It perfectly exemplifies how a dish becomes a story. Paella & Public Policy: Cooking with Lafayette Crump. […]
Mexican Chicken Enchiladas From Mexico to Milwaukee: A Recipe for Community and Enchiladas. On this episode of Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders, host Charlie sits down with Diana Billstrom. She is a Mexican-born community leader who has worked extensively in nonprofit family services. She is also the Senior Director for […]
Mickey Mouse Pancakes, Light the Hoan, and Ian Abston Interview On “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders, host Charlie makes Disney-shaped pancakes. He cooks them with Ian Abston, co-founder of Light the Hoan, Forward48, and NEWaukee. They talk about Ian’s journey from Elkhart Lake to Milwaukee. Charlie and Ian discuss the […]
Clam Linguine or Linguine alle vongole. Maria Van Hoorn Interview. On the “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders” podcast, part of the Milwaukee Podcast Network, host Charlie interviews Maria Van Hoorn. She is the Deputy Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism. They discuss her rural Wisconsin upbringing and public service […]