‘Tis the Season for Tamales: An Individually Wrapped Gift of Goodness

Los Angeles, California Tamales are a seasonal offering at many restaurants, specialty stores and Mexican food stands at Christmas in Southern California.  In addition, ingredients for making them from scratch are readily available in grocery stores.  Whether bought pre-made or made at home, tamales are a perfect package of flavor for a casual holiday meal.  …

Get a Kick from New Mexico Breakfast

Bernalillo, New Mexico   MAPPING THE DAY On our RoadTrip through New Mexico in June, just north of Albuquerque in Bernalillo, we were delighted to meet KO’s long lost cousins for the first time.  We were welcomed to their home, embraced with gracious hospitality and given the royal tour of Bernalillo and the greater Albuquerque…