Kitchen magic happens when different civilizations collide--think of New Orleans, Barcelona, Venice. Since Columbus first landed there, Puerto Rico has been one such hotbed, percolating with Spanish, African, and indigenous Taíno influences and yielding a delicious cuisine with flavor combinations unlike anything else in America or the world. Puerto Rico may be a land of gorgeous beaches and luxurious resorts, but the island also offers a rich culinary culture.
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Kitchen magic happens when different civilizations collide--think of New Orleans, Barcelona, Venice. Since Columbus first landed there, Puerto Rico has been one such hotbed, percolating with Spanish, African, and indigenous Taíno influences and yielding a delicious cuisine with flavor combinations unlike anything else in America or the world. Puerto Rico may be a land of gorgeous beaches and luxurious resorts, but the island also offers a rich culinary culture.
What distinguishes Puerto Rican food from many other Latin American cuisines is its unique mix of influences: Spanish, African, Taíno (Native American), and French. Due to the perfect climate, the land is extraordinarily fertile, yielding a surprising variety of indigenous fruits, vegetables, and herbs. For adventurous mainland cooks in pursuit of exotic flavors, it's exciting new territory to explore. For Puerto Rican descendants everywhere, this book pays a heartfelt tribute to the beloved homeland.
