top of page
El Blog de Rafa Páramo


THE TUNA: THE MOST MEXICAN FRUIT
One of the most emblematic fruits of Mexico, easy to find and recognize, sold everywhere, and an incredibly delicious and refreshing food...
Rafael Paramo
Jan 152 min read


THE ROSCA DE REYES
To celebrate the January festivities, I thought I'd talk about the Rosca de Reyes, an annual tradition for all Mexicans that brings...
Rafael Paramo
Jan 82 min read


BARBACOA
From being a typical dish to a cure for a hangover, barbacoa has become one of the most iconic Mexican dishes by experience. It has a...
Rafael Paramo
Jan 13 min read


EDIBLE INSECTS
The culture of consuming insects in the human diet dates back to antiquity, a practice that can even be considered ancestral , which has...
Rafael Paramo
Dec 18, 20243 min read


VANILLA (PART 1)
We’ve already talked about cacao, the pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican currency that became a prized product around the world, but guess what?...
Rafael Paramo
Sep 17, 20242 min read


BIRRIA
Birria is one of the most famous broths in Mexico (because yes, it is a broth), and just like Los Ángeles Azules , it’s from Mexico, for...
Rafael Paramo
Sep 12, 20243 min read


CARNITAS
There are really very few things I can say I love to prepare. While I am a chef, there are several things I actually don’t enjoy cooking...
Rafael Paramo
Sep 9, 20243 min read


CAJETA
Cajeta, a traditional Mexican sweet, is more than just a treat; it’s a piece of history and culture in every bite. Originating from...
Rafael Paramo
Sep 5, 20242 min read


BOLILLO
Most Mexicans like to accompany our meals with bolillos, whether it's for a soup, to make a torta, or simply because we crave it after...
Rafael Paramo
Sep 2, 20242 min read


METATE
Long before the introduction of electricity in Mexico, the use of complex tools for everyday tasks was quite common. While many tools...
Rafael Paramo
Aug 29, 20242 min read


CHILAQUILES
One of the favorite breakfasts of Mexicans (and also one of my personal favorites), this dish can range from very simple to part of a...
Rafael Paramo
Aug 26, 20243 min read


AROMATIC HERBS IN MEXICAN CUISINE
Mexican cuisine is one of the few declared as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (alongside French, Mediterranean, and Japanese...
Rafael Paramo
Aug 8, 20242 min read


QUERETARO VINEYARDS
With the recent passing of the harvest season in Querétaro, I think it's time to talk a bit about the vineyards in Querétaro. For several...
Rafael Paramo
Aug 5, 20242 min read


TAMALES
The term "tamal" comes from the Nahuatl word "tamalli," which means "wrapped." If you read the blog about uchepos, you might remember...
Rafael Paramo
Aug 1, 20242 min read


THE MOLE
Mole is one of the most emblematic dishes of Mexican gastronomy, known for its complexity and rich amalgamation of flavors. Its origin...
Rafael Paramo
Jul 29, 20242 min read


PASTOR
Surely, when you meet a foreigner who asks you what the best taco is, or when you return to Mexico after a long trip abroad, the taco al...
Rafael Paramo
Jul 25, 20242 min read


UCHEPOS
For as long as I can remember, my grandmother always has uchepos at her house whenever I visit, either because she buys them to have...
Rafael Paramo
Jul 22, 20242 min read


COCHINITA PIBIL
Cochinita pibil is a dish I have always enjoyed preparing, and it excites me to make it for others because it has everything: complexity,...
Rafael Paramo
Jul 18, 20242 min read


ROMPOPE
One of my favorite drinks, which can also be a dessert or a digestif on its own, today I will talk to you about rompope, a traditional...
Rafael Paramo
Jul 15, 20242 min read


THE WONDERFUL CHILE IN NOGADA
Chiles en nogada are one of the most iconic dishes of Mexican cuisine, appreciated for their complexity, aesthetics and unique flavor....
Rafael Paramo
Jun 26, 20242 min read
bottom of page