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…
Her journey to success began with her work on the film Rage with Nicolas Cage. Years later, her meeting with Ayo Edebiri, co-star of The Bear, opened the door to an opportunity that led to her Emmy nomination.
Chile’s 2024 Fiestas Patrias are set to be exceptionally festive due to the number of public holidays that Chileans will enjoy.
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.
Santiago, the capital of Chile, has been recognized as one of the top 30 global cities for local gastronomy according to a recent report by TasteAtlas, an authority in the culinary field.
The Best Sommelier of Chile 2024 competition, organized by the Chilean Sommelier Association (ASCL), concluded with resounding success, crowning Marcelo Arriagada as the Best Sommelier in the country for the second consecutive time.
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.
A delightful and original partridge stew with chuchoca that will undoubtedly surprise everyone—a traditional Chilean gastronomic gem well worth the small effort.
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.
An excellent recipe for Chilean mussels (choritos) cream made with simple and straightforward ingredients. It’s quick to prepare but full of flavor.
Traditionally, this stew is made with what is known as “tumbas de caballo,” which are large pieces of meat obtained from the area around the horse’s spine.
Pisku is a typical dish of Mapuche gastronomy, known for its authentic flavor and cultural heritage, a nutritious and hearty meal that has even been included in the Junaeb menu.
Versión en Español Concones are toasted flour dumplings kneaded with egg, grated carrot, garlic, and parsley, then cooked directly in…
Chilean ají de color is a classic red chili seasoning infused in pork lard with garlic, essential for flavoring beans, lentils, and stews.
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.
Calafate jam or preserve is a traditional recipe from Chilean Patagonia, where these fruits naturally grow and are a significant part of the culinary tradition.
Oyster sauce is a simple and delicious traditional recipe in Chinese and Asian cuisine, commonly used to accompany vegetables, rice, or Chinese noodles.
Melon honey is a sweet and delicious sauce commonly used as a condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, or as a dressing for desserts.
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.
A delicious recipe for Chilean conger eel and seafood in white sauce or Margarita sauce, ideal for sharing an entertaining and flavorful dish to enjoy on any occasion.
Versión en Español Chupe de jaiba is a Chilean crab casserole made by simmering crab meat with a sautéed base…
Learn how to make bistec de pana al ajo, the classic Chilean garlic-marinated beef liver steaks. Soaked in vinegar for tenderness. Ready in 100 minutes.
Chilean Spit-Roasted Lamb (Asado de cordero al palo) is a preparation that was incorporated into the Mapuche diet as part of the “Walüng” or time of harvest and abundance, also known as the time for roasted or stewed lamb as a celebration.
Chilean pressure cooker brisket (tapapecho) is a tough cut turned tender and deeply flavored with red wine, herbs, and vegetables, ready in under 2 hours.
Make crispy Chilean fried pejerrey with a light beer batter in under 2 minutes per fillet. Cold carbonated liquid and oil at 180°C are the two non-negotiables for a golden, grease-free crust.
Brazo de Reina, also known in other countries as “Brazo Gitano” or “Pinono,” is a delicious dessert made of fluffy sponge cake, rolled and filled with manjar (dulce de leche), although sometimes also with fruit jam.
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.
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.
A very popular Chilean recipe, picarones with chancaca are an ideal dessert for winter days, to enjoy at any time, replenishing, sweet and warm while sharing with family.
Make the Chilean torta 4 leches at home: a soaked sponge cake with condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, and manjar, topped with caramelized Swiss meringue. Serves 12.
Maqui mousse is a light and delicious preparation that makes use of the powerful antioxidant properties of this native fruit from the Chilean Patagonia. It combines intense flavor, vibrant color, and an airy texture.
“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.
A recipe for Chilean bread with pork cracklings, sometimes also known as “pan chilote,” ideal for cold winter days, full of flavor and calories, very easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family.
The rescoldo tortilla or tortilla al rescoldo (embers and ashes) is a type of traditional bread from Mapuche cuisine, with similar variations existing in Bolivia and northern Argentina.
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.
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.
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.
Make the Chilean michelada at home with cold lager beer, limón de Pica, and a merkén-and-salt rim. Ready in 5 minutes — the ultimate Chilean beer cocktail.
Borgoña is a delicious traditional cocktail made with two of Chile’s noblest products: Chilean red wine and strawberries. It’s ideal for accompanying your Independence Day celebrations.
Malted egg is a typical winter cocktail in Chile. It is easy to prepare and incredibly delicious combination of low-alcohol dark beer, beaten or mixed with eggs, and sweetened with sugar, a timeless Chilean classic.
Versión en Español Murtado (also called murtao) is without a doubt one of Chile’s most traditional homemade liqueurs. It’s made…
A simple and delicious blueberry sour recipe, sometimes also known as blueberry pisco sour, that you’ll love from the first sip, ideal for a spring or summer afternoon.
Versión en Español Chilean canelita — also called mistela de canela — is made by boiling cinnamon sticks with sugar…
Chilean spicy limpets (picante de lapas) is a traditional northern Chile seafood appetizer made with limpets, rocoto, and Chilean chili, served with white rice.
Versión en Español Chilean mariscal frío is made with clean clams, scallops, and shrimp marinated in freshly squeezed lime juice,…
Salmon carpaccio is a very simple and quick recipe to make, perfect for a spring afternoon or to impress unexpected guests.
Versión en Español Chilean pickled chili peppers (ají en escabeche) are made by washing and pricking fresh chilies, packing them…
Chilean mussels ceviche is a delicious and refreshing dish that combines the marine flavors of mussels with the citrusy and spicy touch of lemon and merkén.
Candied peanuts are a popular sweet snack in Chile, especially during spring and national holidays (Fiestas Patrias), though they are enjoyed year-round by both children and adults.
