AmigoFoods Latin & Spanish Food

10/26/2026

What do sugar skulls mean on a Día de los Mu***os ofrenda? Our guide explores their history, significance, and how they’re made.

Read more: https://blog.amigofoods.com/sugar-skulls/

10/24/2026

Purple, spiced and made for sharing 💜🇪🇨

Colada morada is Ecuador's warm drink for Día de los Difuntos on November 2: purple corn flour, blackberries, naranjilla and pineapple, sweetened with panela and perfumed with cinnamon, cloves and fresh herbs. It's served with guaguas de pan, and it tastes even better the next day, so make it ahead.
https://blog.amigofoods.com/colada-morada/

Who makes the colada morada in your family? 💛

10/23/2026

One dish, many family traditions. Discover fiambre, Guatemala’s colorful cold salad associated with the season of remembrance.

Read more: https://blog.amigofoods.com/fiambre-guatemala/

10/21/2026

Deep purple, fruity, and fragrant with spices: colada morada is part of Ecuador’s Día de los Difuntos tradition. Explore its story and ingredients before November 2.

Read more: https://blog.amigofoods.com/colada-morada/

10/19/2026

Planning to bake pan de mu**to this year? Start with the story behind this meaningful bread, then explore the recipe.

Read more: https://blog.amigofoods.com/pan-de-mu**to-mexican-bread/

10/16/2026

In Peru, October has a signature sweet. Discover the layers, syrup, and tradition behind turrón de Doña Pepa.

Read more: https://blog.amigofoods.com/turron-de-dona-pepa/

10/13/2026

Pumpkin season has a sweeter side. 🍂

Tender pumpkin, rich piloncillo syrup, and warming cinnamon—dulce de calabaza brings fall flavor to every spoonful.

Discover the ingredients, traditions, and recipe in our full guide:
https://blog.amigofoods.com/dulce-de-calabaza/

Did you grow up enjoying dulce de calabaza, or would this be your first taste?

10/12/2026

An update from AmigoFoods 🧡

Our online store is closed, but our love of Latin American and Spanish food continues.

This page is now home to the AmigoFoods food blog: recipes, cooking inspiration, ingredient guides, food traditions, and seasonal favorites.

Thank you to everyone who supported our store. We’re glad to keep sharing a place at the table with you.

Explore the blog: https://blog.amigofoods.com/

What dish or food tradition would you love us to cover next?

08/02/2026

If you have ever tasted authentic Peruvian dishes, you have experienced the magic of Ají Amarillo. This sun-kissed chili is a foundational ingredient in Peruvian cooking—a staple so essential that local chefs treat it less like an optional spice and more like a core building block of flavor alongside garlic and onion.

Discover aji amarillo, the quintessential Peruvian chili pepper. Learn its history, flavor profile, culinary uses, and how to grow, buy, and store it today!

07/19/2026

If there's one tradition that captures the heart of Argentina, it's the asado.
More than just a barbecue, an Argentine asado is a beloved social gathering where family and friends come together around a wood or charcoal fire to enjoy perfectly grilled meats, homemade side dishes, and hours of conversation.
Unlike a typical backyard cookout, an Argentine asado party is built around tradition.

06/15/2026

Did you know that Brazilian lemonade isn’t actually made with lemons? Surprise!
This refreshing drink is traditionally made with fresh limes, creating a sweet, tangy, and incredibly creamy beverage that has become a favorite both in Brazil and around the world.
If you've ever wondered why Brazilian lemonade tastes so different from traditional lemonade, you're not alone.

Learn how to make Brazilian lemonade with fresh limes, sweetened condensed milk, and ice. Discover its ingredients, recipe and tips.

06/09/2026

Did you know that the 2022 FIFA World Cup reached approximately 5 billion people worldwide, with an estimated 1.42 billion viewers tuning in for the thrilling final between Argentina and France?

Few sporting events bring people together on such a massive scale.

Learn how to host a World Cup watch party with food ideas, decorations, games, viewing tips, and planning advice. Create an unforgettable soccer celebration for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.