Versión en Español Pan coliza, also spelled colisa, is a Chilean bread known for its square shape, a surface pricked…
Versión en Español Chapes, also called black limpets (Fisurella latimarginata), are a medium sized mollusk found from Pimentel in Peru…
Versión en Español Chilean mariscal frío is made with clean clams, scallops, and shrimp marinated in freshly squeezed lime juice,…
Versión en Español Chicha de uva de Curacaví is a naturally fermented grape drink made with 5 kg of destemmed…
Versión en Español Chilean submarino is a beer cocktail made by sinking a small shot glass of liquor, usually pisco,…
Versión en Español Tapapecho al horno is a Chilean beef brisket slow roasted in the oven with red wine, carrots,…
Versión en Español Caldo de patas de cerdo is a comforting, collagen rich Chilean broth made by slow simmering pig’s…
Versión en Español Malta con licor de cacao is a Chilean drink from the country’s university bar culture, made by…
Versión en Español Concones are toasted flour dumplings kneaded with egg, grated carrot, garlic, and parsley, then cooked directly in…
Versión en Español Copao sour is a Chilean cocktail made by blending the pulp of the copao, the fruit of…
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…
The international portal Taste Atlas crowned Cola de Mono, a traditional Chilean year-end drink, as the best cocktail in the world in 2023.
The “Taste Atlas Awards” ranking positioned the top 100 cuisines worldwide, highlighting Italy, Japan, and Greece in the first places.
Chile’s 2024 Fiestas Patrias are set to be exceptionally festive due to the number of public holidays that Chileans will enjoy.
According to Amazon’s latest quarterly results, the company increased its net sales by 13% compared to the same period last year, reaching USD 143.3 billion.
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.
With over 3.2 million tons of fruit exported in 2023, Chile is the fourth largest fruit producer in the world. One of its future goals is to double its presence in the Indian market, to which it currently exports nearly 50,000 tons annually.
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.
Chilean caldo de pata: pressure-cook 1 kg beef feet 30 min, combine with sautéed sofrito, thicken with dry-toasted semolina. Rich in natural collagen and minerals. Ready in under 90 minutes.
This recipe for Chilean chicken soup, named “cazuela de pollo” is a classic in national cuisine, a dish that evokes family lunches and lingering conversations, perfect for enjoying during the winter, piping hot and always nutritious.
Versión en Español Chilean calapurca (also spelled kalapurca) is a pre-Columbian Aymara soup made with shredded llama meat, hulled hominy…
Robust and replenishing, this traditional hot Chilean seafood stew (marical caliente) is a staple of year-end celebrations, although it deserves to be enjoyed all year round using the rich variety of seafood available.
Potatoes with mote ((cooked and peeled grains of wheat or corn) is a traditional recipe from Mapuche gastronomy, delicious, and very easy to prepare. It’s a warm and nutritious stew, perfect for winter.
A quick and easy recipe forchimichurri, a typical dressing in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Mexico, usually spicy and used to accompany barbecues, skewers, choripanes, or to marinate poultry or fish.
Chilean ají de color is a classic red chili seasoning infused in pork lard with garlic, essential for flavoring beans, lentils, and stews.
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.
Rosehip jam is a traditional preparation in southern Chile, with a delicate and refined flavor that works well as an accompaniment or ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes, whether it’s cookies, homemade bread, desserts, or cake fillings.
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.
Apricot season is notoriously short, and the harvest is fleeting. That’s why we look forward to it every year—to enjoy them fresh and preserve that wonderful flavor in a jam that lasts all year long.
Versión en Español Chilean prietas with potatoes is one of the most honest expressions of traditional Chilean home cooking —…
Traditionally, stuffed Italian zucchinis use a mixture of ground meat and rice, but this can be replaced with a blend of mushrooms, eggs, or assorted vegetables according to taste, always delicious.
Chilean Bistec a lo Pobre, also known as bife or filete a lo pobre, is one of those dishes beloved by people of all ages—a true feast fit for any celebration, irresistible and considered a “gourmet” dish of national homemade cuisine.
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.
Versión en Español Cabrito a la olla, or cabrito a la cacerola, is a heritage dish of Chile’s Coquimbo Region,…
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.
Macho ruso: a dense Chilean milk pudding from Ovalle. Infuse 2 liters whole milk with cinnamon and orange peel, thicken with flour and cornstarch dissolved in cold milk, pour over caramel, and refrigerate until set. Serves 6.
Make authentic Chilean blackberry flan at home — a silky bain-marie custard layered over caramel and swirled with fresh mora puree. Chilled and unmolded for a striking dark-violet dessert. Serves 6.
Delicious pear empanadas that are a classic of Chilean cuisine, particularly from the central region and are usually enjoyed at any time of the year.
The raspberry and walnut caramel cake (torta caluga in spanish) is a delicious and tempting dessert that combines the freshness of raspberries with the crunchy texture of walnuts, resulting in an incredibly tasty treat.
Make authentic Chilean cocadas — baked coconut cookies with a crispy caramelized crust and chewy center. Six ingredients, ready in 45 minutes.
To make wine nougat, you can generally choose any Chilean wine of your preference, as they are of very good quality and can be easily found in any store or supermarket. Then, just follow the instructions, and the result will be worth it.
Dobladitas are a traditional Chilean bread that shares the same dough as empanadas but is folded into four parts, baked directly, and often served with cheese.
Versión en Español Chochoca negra from Chiloé, also called chochoyeco, trotroyeco, or trutru, is a bread made from grated and…
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.
After marraqueta bread, Chilean hallullas are probably everyone’s favorite bread due to their variety, availability, and possibilities, reaching almost 20% of the national bread market.
Chilean pan de leche: soft torpedo milk bread rolls made with flour, whole milk, butter, eggs and yeast. First proof 90 min, shape, second proof 30 min, egg wash, bake at 180°C for 25 min. Brioche-style, perfect for breakfast. Makes about 10 rolls.
Bake authentic Chilean pan copihue at home — the soft, elongated bread used for completos and Chilean hot dogs. Made with flour, milk, butter, and yeast in 70 minutes.
An essential combination of spirits and cola, made in this case with Chilean pisco, and known as “Piscola” or “Combinado Nacional.”
Learn how to make muday de arveja, the traditional Mapuche pea chicha from Canete. Two authentic recipes with pea shells or dried peas and potato.
Chilean tropical gin and passion fruit cocktail is a refreshing summer drink made with gin, natural passion fruit pulp, pineapple juice, and tonic water, ready in 5 minutes.
Enjoy a traditional homemade Chilean pisco sour in two versions, a classic and a frozen one, both resulting in a refreshing and delicious cocktail perfect for any occasion.
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.
The Yugoslav cocktail is a classic Chilean drink that was very popular in the 70s and 80s, combining beer and white wine into a refreshing mix. It remains a nostalgic icon of past popular culture, enjoyed at some celebrations and gatherings.
Chilean scallops are mollusks related to oysters and can be served fresh, stewed, dried, smoked, or in their shells—perfect for appetizers like this delicious recipe for scallops Florentine with spinach and white wine.
Chilean empanadas de jurel en tarro: fried turnovers filled with canned jack mackerel, blanched onion, parsley and hard-boiled egg in a homemade lard dough, fried at 170°C until golden. Classic Semana Santa recipe. Makes 12–16 empanadas.
Versión en Español Chilean Neapolitan empanadas are a popular, delicious staple of the country’s contemporary urban cooking, adapting the flavor…
Ideal for enjoying with very fresh ingredients, reineta ceviche works perfectly in multiple circumstances, such as an appetizer or snack at the end of a hot day.
Cooking originates and evolves through experimentation, and what better way to try it than with this simple and delicious recipe for Merkén cookies that will leave no one indifferent.
A traditional recipe for merkén-seasoned pine nuts, a wonderful and versatile fruit, highly nutritious and easy to prepare on any occasion, a 100% traditional dish.
