Pumpkin Cupcakes

Sunday, October 23, 2016



In a recent trip to northern Portugal to pick grapes at the farm house of some friends parents we were given, in reward for our work, a number of things.

Tiramisu

Monday, October 17, 2016



Ironically, for my first post in a very long time I'm adding a recipe that is neither mine, nor have I ever made it.

Outrageous Brownies

Sunday, October 25, 2015


Last weekend I was looking for a recipe to make for my friend's party. I wanted to something chocolate but I didn't want to make a cake, cookies or cupcakes. Then it hit me.

Easy Chocolate Mousse

Wednesday, July 29, 2015


I first searched for this recipe over two years ago when I needed a quick mousse to make, probably for having guests over. I've been dying to add to my blog because I use it all the time and because it's different than other types of mousse, at least the ones I've seen here in Portugal.

Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies

Monday, July 13, 2015

Chocolate Chip Cookies

This might seem silly, but if I'm being really honest, one of the main things that's kept me from posting more often this past year is photos. Let me explain.

Lemon Chicken Breast

Tuesday, July 29, 2014


Are you ready for an easy and delicious chicken recipe that you could make for dinner this week? Look no further. Here it is!

Walnut Brownie Cookies

Tuesday, July 22, 2014


I think this is the longest blogging hiatus I've had since I started La Cocina Colibrí. I have lots of excuses but the truth is I just haven't been cooking much lately. Since December I've been living here, there and everywhere and sadly, cooking or baking just hasn't been on my list.