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Food@El Marisquero, Austin TX
There are a few things that immediately tell me summer has arrived: longer days, sunshine, pool afternoons, beach trips, and those extreme heat warnings that remind us just how hot it can get. But when I think of summer, one meal always comes to mind, ceviche.
If you've never had ceviche before, you're missing one of the most refreshing dishes you can eat on a hot day.
Traditionally, ceviche is made by marinating fresh seafood in citrus juice, most commonly lime juic
Karina ZavalaJul 17
FoodToday, I’m writing from a place of gratitude. Lately, I’ve been feeling nostalgic, but also deeply thankful to God, to the universe, and for the simple things: a roof over my head, nourishing food, and moments that make me feel grounded.
One thing that has truly been giving me a mental boost lately is going to farmers markets.
Now that the weather is slowly getting better even though it has basically rained nonstop for the past three days I’m excited for more sunshine and more weekends outside
Karina ZavalaMay 24
Cuerpo Y Mente“Remember to eat your fruits and vegetables.” We hear this from doctors all the time, and I was reminded of it again during a recent visit. They mentioned that ideally about half of our plate should be vegetables. At first that sounds like a lot, but when you start paying attention to what you eat, it actually makes sense.
I have noticed that when I eat too much meat, bread, or heavier foods, my body starts craving something fresh. Sometimes that means a salad, but often it means fruit. Fruit i
Karina ZavalaMar 9