The Travel Diaries

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Reflections on food, culture, and the little discoveries along the way—with Carlina’s curiosity and unmistakable personality.

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A curious mind. A spirited life.

Food, culture, and the moments in between—another side of Carlina’s world.

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December 2018

Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Kwanza! I'm so excited to share the holidays with all of you! I have the amazing Sean McElwee…

November 2018

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday! I share my Cajun Shrimp Bake recipe inspired from my travels to New Orleans! I have my Masterchef…

October 2018

Halloween is here! I'm so excited to share my Adult version of Halloween Spooky Punch! Did I hear vodka? Well it's me so…

September 2018

We have one more Vegan recipe to share with all of you! My Director Sergio will be making his family's Michelada recipe! Let’s…

August 2018

My Coconut Rice Pudding will be the highlight at your next party! I’m blending the spices of my favorite holidays to bring a…

August 2018

Attention all lovers of Vegan recipes, we have changed the game and created a recipe that not only vegans will love but everyone…

July 2018

This is the perfect summer treat to welcome your guests to the party! Carlina's mom, Melina Buncome, shows you how to make an…

June 2018

Melina's, my mom, Island Caribe Plantains recipe has officially blown my mind! She takes making plantains to the next level by adding her…