I have a hard time enjoying straightforward, abundant sweetness — preferring, instead, something with a salty side and a shadow of tart impropriety. So while the world embraces dulce de leche, I will ...

Claudette Zepeda's riff on classic cheesecake takes on the flavors of tequila and lime for a rich, luscious dessert draped in a glossy, boozy caramel sauce. Claudette Zepeda is an award-winning ...

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This confection hails from Mexico and is made with sweetened goat’s milk, which is cooked down, sometimes with cinnamon or vanilla, or both, into a tangy caramel. It can be served over ice cream ...

For many Mexicans who have made the U.S. their home, remaining connected with their roots is an important part of life. For me, that was exactly the case, and what helped me most was the connection I ...