What’s ceremonial-grade Cacao? It’s a plant medicine that’s been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and has cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life. What makes ceremonial-grade cacao different from modern chocolate? Ceremonial-grade cacao is grown using heirloom varieties of cacao. It’s also supported by indigenous communities and the elders who teach and carry on the ancient wisdom of cacao in countries like Guatemala and Ecuador.  For me, it’s also important to support Latine brands like Cacao Laboratory that honor ancient traditions and sustainable farming practices.

One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latiné heritage is by drinking cacao daily. Cacao is a plant medicine that has been enjoyed for thousands of years.

I wanted this drink to have an iced coffee–like feel, so I infused the cacao in this recipe with Tadin’s newest tea, Chamomile Lavender, and added plant-based milk. 

Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life. 

Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life. 

Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life. 

Feliz Latinè Heritage Month! It’s celebrated September 15th through October 15th. I am a proud Latinè, my father is from Chile. I am excited to share my heritage through a paid partnership with Pinterest this month. One of the deepest ways I’ve connected with my Latinè heritage is by drinking ceremonial cacao daily. It’s a plant medicine that has been drunk for thousands of years by the Olmecs, the Mayans, the Toltecs, the Aztecs, the Incas, and other cultures. It’s known as a heart opener and it’s cracked mine wide open to opportunities and the potential of my life. 

Inspired by Serious Eats, this frosting is genius! It uses a food processor, which makes a dense whipped cream to frost your favorite desserts with. The dried strawberries create a stable, thick, and flavorful cream. The hibiscus tea syrup (check out my last recipe) creates a pop of flavor. Don’t forget to add the smallest pinch of salt. Note: If you have a scale, that’s the best way to weigh the strawberries. I used Trader Joe’s freeze dried strawberries (it’s almost 1 cup).

Hibiscus (flor de Jamaica) is a delicious herbal tea made from the calyx of the hibiscus flower. It has a tart, floral, and fruity flavor similar to cranberries or pomegranate. This is the perfect for brunch or late afternoon drink. Note: Add more honey or agave, if you like your tea sweeter. Garnish with fresh mint and strawberries. Save this to try later!

Make a delicious fluffy cake in under 60 seconds! Pop this cake batter in your favorite (microwave-safe) coffee mug. Want to make this extra special? Top with my vegan date dulce de leche and fresh fruit. Note: Using a wider mug will leave room for the cake to expand plus give you room to add your toppings. You can always use a paper towel under the mug to catch overflow if you’re not sure. The mug I used was 18 ounces, it from the sold out Target Latinx collection.

Cola de Mono is a Chilean winter coffee holiday drink. This version is made with milk, coffee, and simple syrup that has been infused with Tadin’s Canelita Tea, a cinnamon stick, orange peel, and star anise. The syrup is delicious when poured over fresh fruit or pancakes or mixed with seltzer or a cocktail. It’s also a beautiful holiday hostess gift. Feel free to skip the pisco in this drink if you’re avoiding alcohol. This recipe is perfect to double, triple, or quadruple and serve chilled in a pitcher for parties. It’s the perfect drink for brunch.

I am a tea lover, and working as a recipe developer and food stylist for Tadin Tea & Herb Co. is a dream! Inside Refill Your Taza you'll find drinks, smoothies and sweet treats to enjoy. You can also listen to this podcast to learn more about my journey with Tadin.

Not sure how to store your oranges or citrus? I have got you covered! I was interviewed by Real Simple Magazine about storing oranges (the tips are below). I also included my tips for making orange ice cubes & hot orange water. Bonus: Use the peels to make your own DIY cleaner

Collagen A Love Story is my love letter to collagen. Inside you'll find 20 Beauty Food Recipes: Smoothies, Drinks, Soup, and Sweet Treats. It’s based on my work as a recipe developer and food stylist for Bobbi Brown's justBOBBI. I created these recipes with you in mind. I also gave you as many substitutions and options as possible so that you can make these your own. I hope you love them and treasure them as much as I do!