Versión en Español Loco carbonada is a variation on the well-known traditional carbonada, made instead with tender locos (Chilean abalone)…
Versión en Español Chochoca negra from Chiloé, also called chochoyeco, trotroyeco, or trutru, is a bread made from grated and…
Versión en Español Pine nuts in syrup are a sweet, modern preparation from southern Chilean cooking. The araucaria tree’s seeds…
Versión en Español Kibbeh nayyeh is a delicate dish from the Middle East, especially popular in Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine,…
Versión en Español Culen ponche is a Chilean drink made from a medicinal herb that grows between the country’s IV…
Versión en Español Acevichada sauce is a delicious, versatile blend that combines fresh, spiced flavors, perfect alongside fish, shellfish, chicken,…
Versión en Español Choritos al alicate is a distinctive way of cooking mussels in which a pair of pliers becomes…
Versión en Español Papas bravas is a dish that originated in Spain and became hugely popular across the Americas, with…
Versión en Español Papas chilotas al romero are a rustic, crispy side dish full of character. Native potatoes are washed,…
Versión en Español Murtado (also called murtao) is without a doubt one of Chile’s most traditional homemade liqueurs. It’s made…
Versión en Español Arrollados de jamón y queso are a dish from Chinese-Chilean cooking, eaten as a starter or a…
Versión en Español Huevos a la ostra is made with 2 fresh eggs, lime juice, salt, and pepper, whisked together…
Versión en Español Making longanizas de Chillán calls for a ratio of 80% lean meat to 20% pork fat. Using…
Versión en Español Chilean crab claws with scallion mayonnaise are a classic seafood starter, fresh and elegant, very popular along…
Versión en Español Ensalada de ulte is a traditional Chilean dish made with the central stem of cochayuyo seaweed. This…
Chile’s 2024 Fiestas Patrias are set to be exceptionally festive due to the number of public holidays that Chileans will enjoy.
The recognition is especially noteworthy given its origin. In Chile, Cabernet Sauvignon wines receiving exceptional scores typically come from established areas such as Isla de Maipo.
“My love for completos grew so much that I decided to open a shop in Nishinomiya on July 10,” Yuma explains. The name “Once” refers to the traditional Chilean afternoon snack.
Rodolfo Guzmán, el visionario detrás del prestigioso restaurante Boragó en Santiago, Chile, ha logrado un hito culinario al ser reconocido como uno de los 10 mejores chefs del mundo según The Best Chef Awards 2023.
In an unprecedented milestone, Chilean pizzera Daniela Zúñiga has been crowned as the “Best Pizza Maker in the World” following her victory at the Caputo World Pizza Championship held in the historic city of Naples, Italy.
The renowned gastronomic guide TasteAtlas has once again recognized Chancho en Piedra as the best sauce in the world, crowning it as the best sauce of 2023.
Learn how to make sopa de locos, the traditional Chilean abalone broth soup with white wine, pasta, and egg. Ready in 35 minutes. Serves 4.
Chilean bread soup, sometimes also known as “poor man’s soup,” is undoubtedly a staple dish throughout the country that adapts well to the possibilities of each environment.
Smoked pork stew is a typical recipe from southern Chile, delicious and nutritious, especially prepared during winter to be shared in hearty servings.
Chilean mussel soup is a classic dish for the colder days in Chile. It’s quick and easy to prepare, yet delivers a delicious result that’s perfect for rejuvenating the body after any celebration.
Learn how to make authentic Chilean pumpkin cream soup with this simple homemade recipe. Ready in 70 minutes, creamy and nutritious for the whole family.
The Don Fausto cabbage stew is an ancient recipe with meat and cabbage, simple, hearty, and quick to prepare, probably of Spanish influence and Arab origins.
Homemade sweet and sour sauce for sushi is a simple, foolproof Western-style sauce with soy sauce, vinegar, and ketchup, ready in 15 minutes.
Papaya jam is a delicious option to enjoy this tropical fruit throughout the year. It’s easy to make at home and can be used as a spread on toast, crackers, or to accompany cheeses.
Enjoy a simple and delightful recipe for Chilean red wine jam, non-alcoholic and perfect for accompanying a wide range of dishes from appetizers and main courses to desserts.
A very popular and versatile Merkén sauce for spreading that we inherited from our grandmothers, which serves as an accompaniment to almost any meal, from a sandwich to boiled potatoes or roasted lamb.
The consumption of chili is a common practice in rural communities, and with this recipe, the aim is to balance the spiciness to allow it to be consumed by a greater number of people.
A delicious recipe for Chilean green chili jam, tasty and slightly spicy, perfect to pair with cheeses and/or toast as an appetizer, or to accompany baked or grilled meat dishes.
A delicious and traditional Chilean pork stew recipe (estofado) to enjoy in any season with the whole family, made with fresh and traditional ingredients.
Traditional Chilean San Juan smoked pork stew — a festive one-pot braise of smoked ribs, chops, sausages, and chicken slow-cooked in white wine, served every June 24.
Potato pie is one of the most classic and beloved Chilean recipes, representing a perfect blend of minced meat, hard-boiled eggs, olives, chicken, and mashed potatoes.
Chilean albacore, also known as white tuna, takes center stage in this traditional, simple, and delicious recipe. Here, you can savor all its unique characteristics in a dish that, despite not being as popular as one might expect, showcases the exceptional qualities of this fish.
Learn how to make Chilean cochayuyo seaweed burgers — a hearty vegetarian recipe with step-by-step instructions. Ready in 50 minutes.
Chilean roasted beef tenderloin (lomo liso al horno) is a marinated, oven-roasted whole cut served in medallions, ideal for family celebrations and holiday dinners.
Mote con huesillos is one of the most traditional desserts in Chilean cuisine, made from cooking dehydrated peaches (huesillos) and cooked wheat berries (mote), an absolute classic enjoyed during spring and the Fiestas Patrias (National Holidays).
A very popular walnut kuchen recipe in Chile, traditionally enjoyed at “once” (the tea time), perfect to accompany with a good coffee or a hot mate any time of the year.
A very simple recipe for hojarascas for alfajores, which you can prepare in advance and later fill with manjar or chancaca, or use in the preparation of príncipes and other chilenitos that are typical during Chile’s Fiestas Patrias.
Blueberry kuchen is one of the most popular recipes during the season in Chile. Fresh, flavorful, and often generously sized, blueberries have undoubtedly become one of the favorite fruits throughout the country.
San Estanislao are exquisite Chilean sweets, traditionally served at weddings and celebrations. They originated in Chilean convents during the colonial era.
Make this authentic Chilean cherry kuchen at home. A buttery shortcrust base filled with fresh pitted cherries and cream custard, baked until set — a southern Chilean classic ready in under 2 hours.
Milcao is a type of potatoes bread originated from the southern region of Chile, a hybrid of Chilean and Mapuche cuisine prepared with equal parts of raw and boiled potatoes, pork lard, and chicharrones.
A classic and traditional recipe for pumpkinless sopaipillas, as they are made in southern Chile, usually using a bit of the bread dough mixture, a preparation that is pure nostalgia from the kitchens of yesteryear.
A popular oregano bread recipe that used to be found on the back of some white flour packages, quick, delicious, and very versatile, perfect to pair with whatever you like.
The po’e or poe de plátanos is a delicious traditional recipe from Rapa Nui (Easter Island), a kind of sweet cake often used to accompany meats, fish, and ceviches.
“Bocado de Dama” (Lady’s Bite) or Macarena bread, also known as “miracle bread,” is a small Chilean bread with a white and tasty crumb and a very distinctive spiral structure that makes it unmistakable.
Chilean amasado bread is the bread of the house, the one our mothers and grandmothers used to make, the bread we enjoyed for breakfast straight out of the oven, spread with fresh butter or fruit jam.
Learn how to make the Chilean piston — pisco with tonic water and Pica lemon. A refreshing 5-minute cocktail that rivals the classic piscola.
Beetroot mistela is a maceration of Chilean aguardiente or pisco with beetroots steeped in sugar, which is said to have taken its name from the “mistela flower.”
The Chilean Pichuncho is a popular adaptation cocktail, akin to the national version of the Manhattan. It blends Chilean Pisco with white or pink Vermouth, typically in equal parts sharing the spotlight.
Roman punch is one of the most traditional combinations for Christmas and New Year’s celebrations in Chile, with origins dating back centuries to the Vatican.
A unique recipe originally published in the cookbook “On the Route of the Choro Zapato from Caleta Chaihuín,” a mollusk that grows in the estuary of the river with the same name.
Malt (dark beer) with condensed milk is a classic refreshment from the old soda fountains in the central region, mainly during the summer season.
Versión en Español Arrollados de jamón y queso are a dish from Chinese-Chilean cooking, eaten as a starter or a…
Beef trotter jelly is an old preparation introduced to Chile during colonial times and mostly popularized since the mid-19th century, primarily made in the summer.
Versión en Español Papas bravas is a dish that originated in Spain and became hugely popular across the Americas, with…
Salmon tartare is a fresh, delicious, and healthy dish, perfect as a light starter or a special meal. It’s an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy Chilean cuisine with a modern twist.
Chilean salmon meatballs offer a different and enjoyable twist to consuming this fish, which is almost a symbol of Chilean cuisine.
Delicious on any occasion, this scrambled eggs with onion recipe is typically consumed for breakfast, as it provides the calories and energy needed to start the day off right.
