Versión en Español The Chilean pisco sour is a cocktail of pisco, Chile’s grape brandy, with lime juice and sugar…
Versión en Español Chilean grilled beef brisket, or tapapecho a la parrilla, is a cut from the beef chest cooked…
Versión en Español Tallarín saltado is a Peruvian chifa dish of long noodles stir-fried in a wok with strips of…
Versión en Español Chilean candied sweet potatoes, or camote confitado, are peeled sweet potato pieces cooked slowly in a syrup…
Versión en Español Chilean canned salmon empanadas, or empanadas de salmón en tarro, are filled with a pino, the classic…
Versión en Español Chilean pizzetas are small homemade pizzas, 7 to 8 cm (about 3 inches) across, made with a…
Versión en Español Chilean nalca jam, or mermelada de nalca, is a homemade preserve from southern Chile made by cooking…
Versión en Español Tallarines bontú are long noodles coated in a white sauce enriched with cream, ham and mushrooms, then…
Versión en Español Chilean Cantonese pork ribs, or costillar cantonés, are pork ribs marinated in soy sauce, honey, garlic and…
Versión en Español Chilean roast chicken with potatoes, or pollo al horno con papas, is a main dish of chicken…
Versión en Español Chilean baked fish, or pescado al horno, is a white fish fillet such as reineta, hake (merluza)…
Versión en Español Papas a la huancaína is a Peruvian appetizer of boiled potatoes covered in a creamy sauce of…
Versión en Español Chilean oven-roasted ribeye, or lomo vetado al horno, is a whole piece of this beef cut seared…
Versión en Español Chilean green bean stew, or guiso de porotos verdes, is a country dish of sliced green beans…
Versión en Español Chilean strawberries and cream, or frutillas con crema, is a seasonal dessert of fresh strawberries, cut and…
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.
They represent a manifestation of culture, history, and the identity of a country that has skillfully blended local traditions with foreign influences to create something truly unique.
The American Cider Association has designated Chile as the guest of honor at CiderCon 2025, the most important conference for cider industry professionals, set to take place from February 7 to 9 in Chicago, United States.
The world of literary gastronomy has just incorporated its latest release with the book “Recetas Mapuches Tradicionales: Gastronomía Ancestral del Sur del Mundo” (Traditional Mapuche Recipes: Ancestral Gastronomy from the Southern World).
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.
On July 14, 2025, the Delhi High Court issued an unprecedented ruling in the long-standing dispute between Chile and Peru over the right to use the denomination “Pisco” in the international market.
Quinoa stew is a traditional dish from the Andean peoples and comes in various versions across different countries. This highly nutritious cereal is combined with a variety of vegetables and spices, creating a wholesome and delicious meal.
Versión en Español Homemade vegetable broth is onion, leek, and garlic sautéed in olive oil, then carrot, celery, and tomato,…
Versión en Español Chilean cazuela de cerdo y luche is a southern land-and-sea stew of smoked pork ribs browned with…
Versión en Español Chilean caldo de papas chilotas is a hearty potato soup made with native Chiloé potatoes simmered with…
Conger chowder or Broth of conger (Caldillo de Confrio in Spanish) is a typical Chilean dish, recognized from north to south, perfect for warming up on a cold day.
Versión en Español Chilean Andean chairo is a thick highland soup made by simmering beef, lamb, and charqui until tender,…
Strawberry jams are undoubtedly one of Chileans’ favorites, especially during the summer season when strawberries are fresh and of good size.
Versión en Español Chilean mermelada de lleuque is a translucent green jam made by blanching lleuques (mountain grapes), pressing them…
Chilote black garlic is naturally ripened garlic, without the use of preservatives, and various preparation methods can be applied.
Sea urchin pâté is undoubtedly a culinary delight with a smooth texture that adds a touch of sophistication to any appetizer and is sure to surprise everyone. It is recommended to serve it cold.
Versión en Español Creamy mushroom sauce, or salsa de champiñones, is a rich sauce of mushrooms browned in butter, then…
Versión en Español Caramelized onions are sliced or diced onions softened in olive oil with salt, sprinkled with a teaspoon…
Versión en Español Chilean prietas with potatoes is one of the most honest expressions of traditional Chilean home cooking —…
Versión en Español Chilean escalopa de vacuno is a thin beef cutlet, usually posta rosada, seasoned with garlic, parsley, salt,…
Versión en Español Chilean grilled beef brisket, or tapapecho a la parrilla, is a cut from the beef chest cooked…
Versión en Español Tuna and cream pasta, or tallarines con atún y crema, is tagliatelle cooked al dente and tossed…
Conger chowder or Broth of conger (Caldillo de Confrio in Spanish) is a typical Chilean dish, recognized from north to south, perfect for warming up on a cold day.
Versión en Español Chilean chicken stew, or estofado de pollo, is diced chicken breast cooked with a sofrito of onion,…
The digüeñes salad is a perfect way to make the most of these delicious mushrooms that are only available in the hualle forests during spring in southern Chile.
Make Chilean tres leches cake at home — a vanilla sponge soaked with condensed milk, evaporated milk, and cream, topped with Swiss meringue. Serves 12, refrigerate 2 hours before serving.
Versión en Español Homemade baklava rolls, known in Chile as dulces árabes, are made by layering buttered phyllo sheets with…
Versión en Español A mug cake, known in Chile as queque en taza, is a simple, very quick recipe with…
Versión en Español Homemade azucar flor, or powdered sugar, is granulated sugar blitzed into a fine powder with a little…
Versión en Español Homemade Chantilly cream, or crema chantilly, is well chilled heavy cream whipped with powdered sugar and vanilla…
Versión en Español Easy homemade pizza dough is made from wheat flour, warm water, fresh yeast, olive oil, and salt,…
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.
Versión en Español Keto bread, or pan cetogénico, is a low carbohydrate, gluten free loaf made with almond flour, egg…
Chilean Egg Bread, or simply Chilean Sweet Bread, used to be a very typical preparation during the summers of yesteryears, enjoyed during beach outings throughout the country.
Versión en Español Chilean pan con harina tostada is a homemade bread in which about a third of the flour…
Versión en Español Homemade gluten free sandwich bread is rice flour, cornstarch, almond flour, xanthan gum, and salt mixed with…
Versión en Español The Chilean chuflay is a simple highball of aguardiente topped with a sweet soda, traditionally Bilz, or…
Make this authentic Mapuche rosehip chicha at home. A traditional wild-fermented drink from fresh rosa mosqueta — mildly alcoholic, sweet-and-sour, and ready in 15 days with just 3 ingredients.
Vaina is a traditional cocktail in Chile, very popular and so ancient that its origins are not clearly defined, with a history that has multiple variations.
Mulled wine, also known as “vino navegado,” “navegado,” “navega’o,” or “candola,” is a hot beverage made with red wine, oranges, and spices. It is very popular in Chile during the winter.
Versión en Español Homemade triple sec is an orange liqueur made by hanging an organic orange above 400 ml of…
Learn how to make the Chilean piston — pisco with tonic water and Pica lemon. A refreshing 5-minute cocktail that rivals the classic piscola.
Versión en Español Chilean mashed potatoes, or puré de papas, are a smooth, creamy side made by boiling potatoes in…
Versión en Español Crispy fried cassava, or yuca frita, is peeled cassava cut into thick sticks, boiled in salted water…
Versión en Español Merkén candied almonds, or almendras caramelizadas al merkén, are raw almonds coated in frothy egg white and…
Fried meat empanadas or “empanadas de pino” in sanish are a must-have during Chilean Independence Day celebrations, and in the south, they are usually prepared well in advance because they are considerably smaller in size than traditional oven-baked meat pies.
A useful and necessary recipe for Chilean empanada dough, which can be used for baked or fried empanadas, filled with meat, seafood, fruits, mushrooms, or whatever your imagination decides.
Locos con Mayonesa (Chilean Abalones with Mayonnaise)or simply “Locos con Mayo” are undoubtedly one of the favorite seafood appetizers of Chileans. They are as simple in presentation as they are exclusive in availability.
