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From Carlina’s archive

Find what tastes like home.

71 stories in this collection. Explore by category or sort below.

June 2018

Carlina's mom, Melina, shows you how to make our family's famous recipe, Curry Chicken! You have asked and we have delivered all the…

May 2018

When I said that we are taking it up a notch this season I was not kidding! I show you how to make…

April 2018

Learn how to make a healthier version of my favorite Thai dish in less than 20 minutes! Comment below on what dish you…

March 2018

San Diego is known as “America’s Finest City” and when it comes to the restaurants it has to offer, it doesn’t disappoint. From…

December 2016

This fun treat is not only easy to make but will add it's own decor to make it the star of the party!

December 2015

This delightful drink will be sure to impress your guests this holiday season!

December 2015

We've turned the popular Coconut Tart recipe into a cookie version with pineapples! It' s so much fun to make with your family!…

December 2015

This healthy dish is an excellent recipe for diabetics by being a great substitute for mashed potatoes! Enjoy!!!:)