Something Delicious

[Sachita]

I spent a good part of my 20's in the islands- Caribbean, West Indies and south america. Also my hometown is Miami which host some of the finest ethnic cuisines anywhere I've been.

Everyone has their own little twist on Sofrito. I adore tropical fruits and flavors. Here in VA I grow tomatillos and all kinds of peppers. Cilantro is a staple in my home and I grow it year around with parsley. Fresh chimichurri
or sauces made with mints. Damn I'm getting hungry.

I'm a huge flavor whore. I can't eat anything bland. I love combining indian with thai or cuban and italian. Coming up with interesting combinations.

[Sun]

Originally Posted by Sachita

I spent a good part of my 20's in the islands- Caribbean, West Indies and south america. Also my hometown is Miami which host some of the finest ethnic cuisines anywhere I've been.

Everyone has their own little twist on Sofrito. I adore tropical fruits and flavors. Here in VA I grow tomatillos and all kinds of peppers. Cilantro is a staple in my home and I grow it year around with parsley. Fresh chimichurri
or sauces made with mints. Damn I'm getting hungry.

I'm a huge flavor whore. I can't eat anything bland. I love combining indian with thai or cuban and italian. Coming up with interesting combinations.

Welcome to the thread Sachita!

Miami is one of my favorite places on earth. That city has everything going for it. That is also where I first tasted Cuban food and I really did not want to leave. Also a big fan of Cafe' con Leche. It just never tastes the same outside of Miami.

You grow tomatillios and all kinds of peppers? Wow that is wonderful. Wish I could say the same but my last few summers have been so insanely busy that I never carved out time to grow much of anything. Good for you there is nothing like cooking with food that we grow ourselves. What is yoour favorite pepper?

Count me into the "Flavor whore" (Love it) club! I will wear that badge.

Please post any fusion recipes that you would like to share with us. That would be fabulous.

[ruffryder]

I like a good cuban sandwich ! I'm in FL and it's the first time I've tried it. I know there is a good Cuban restaurant out there somewhere nearby that makes them but sadly the best one I've had was at my work cafeteria. However, it was made by latin chefs! mmmmm! I know it's not traditional but I also like the one at Panera Bread for a quick fix with a cup of broccoli cheddar soup. There it is made like a panini.

[ahk]

We have a sandwich shop named Relish that does their version of a cuban-- its pretty good.

cubano especial--chipotle roasted pork, honey ham, swiss cheese, dill pickle, chipotle mayo on a baguette.

okay, I'm officially hungry.

[Sun]

Originally Posted by ahk

We have a sandwich shop named Relish that does their version of a cuban-- its pretty good.

cubano especial--chipotle roasted pork, honey ham, swiss cheese, dill pickle, chipotle mayo on a baguette.

okay, I'm officially hungry.

You and ruff are killing me with the Cuban sandwiches right now.

*sigh*

Does anyone have a recipe for Cuban bread? I may need to bake some.

[Sun]

If you are interested in discovering some excellent Cuban food check out these ladies;

Simply Delicioso - Ingrid Hoffman

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[cinnamongrrl]

Originally Posted by Sun

You and ruff are killing me with the Cuban sandwiches right now.

*sigh*

Does anyone have a recipe for Cuban bread? I may need to bake some.

ive always wanted to try cuban food.....the only problem is i get the impression that they infuse fruit in their entrees....i have always had a problem with that....i dont even like those orange chocolate thingys...ok i never tried one.. i just dont love the IDEA of it...i have had a raspberry sauce with chicken...wasnt a fan...
i DO enjoy pineapple in thai...didnt think i would....but thai is the best thing on earth...
as an aside...like wayyyyyyyyyy aside...this time of year puts me in the mood to make a batch of french meat pies to freeze for make ahead meals....havent had a decent french meat pie in YEARS....

[Sun]

Originally Posted by cinnamongrrl563

ive always wanted to try cuban food.....the only problem is i get the impression that they infuse fruit in their entrees....i have always had a problem with that....i dont even like those orange chocolate thingys...ok i never tried one.. i just dont love the IDEA of it...i have had a raspberry sauce with chicken...wasnt a fan...
i DO enjoy pineapple in thai...didnt think i would....but thai is the best thing on earth...
as an aside...like wayyyyyyyyyy aside...this time of year puts me in the mood to make a batch of french meat pies to freeze for make ahead meals....havent had a decent french meat pie in YEARS....

The Cuban foods that I have had were delicious. Cant think of any that featured fruit though I would be open to that. Especially if it involves mashed sweet plantains..love those. Especially in Pastelles popular in Puerto Rico and Trinidad and likely many other places that I am not aware of.

The Cuban sandwiches that were mentioned earlier are comfort food found in many Cuban cafe's, and markets. The "Cuban" as it is called is making a huge showing all over this country as more and more people get into the pannini press and look for ways to use it. If you like pork and ham, its a good sandwich.

What is a French meet pie?

I am learning so much in this thread.

[Sun]

Originally Posted by ruffryder

I like a good cuban sandwich ! I'm in FL and it's the first time I've tried it. I know there is a good Cuban restaurant out there somewhere nearby that makes them but sadly the best one I've had was at my work cafeteria. However, it was made by latin chefs! mmmmm! I know it's not traditional but I also like the one at Panera Bread for a quick fix with a cup of broccoli cheddar soup. There it is made like a panini.

Hey ruff, if I were you I would be talking to your Chefs at work to see what else they might make for you. Its always a good thing to give feedback to whoever is cooking especially if you love the dish. Sounds like you have a winner there.