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Skip wiped a bit of powdered sugar off his shirt, spooned a bit of sweet cherries from the side of the plate and looked across the table at Teresita, and declared with full confidence,“Alright, I’m saying it. I’ve traveled, I’ve tried everything… but nothing—and I mean NOTHING—beats Tres Leches.” Teresita folded her arms, raised one eyebrow, and grinned.“Por supuesto, Skip. You finally understand something important in life. This is cultural growth. This is maturity. This is…

Have you ever wondered how to make REAL Costa Rican tamales like the ones served at Christmas in every Tico home? After our tamal-making adventure went viral last week, hundreds of you asked for the authentic recipe — and today, I'm sharing my family's traditional tamal recipe that's been passed down for generations! This isn't a quick recipe (fair warning!), but it's THE authentic way Costa Rican families make tamales for holidays and special celebrations. Grab your apron, c