tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post8237172305448002485..comments2024-03-28T14:18:17.032-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: You're invited to a Cinco de Mayo party!Jungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-32481116075902625322012-05-05T13:32:34.719-04:002012-05-05T13:32:34.719-04:00Seafood enchiladas and strawberry margueritas! I&#...Seafood enchiladas and strawberry margueritas! I'm wearing a long red skirt, sandles, and a white peasant top. Very comfortable. Spanish guitars are definitely the way to go for sound. This will be a blast!Mare Fnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-48555179027165488642012-05-05T07:08:19.938-04:002012-05-05T07:08:19.938-04:00I'm wearing off the shoulder Mexican dress (th...I'm wearing off the shoulder Mexican dress (the white one with multi-color pattern on the bottom) and I'm bringing more fish tacos, rice and beans, fajitas and non-alcoholic margaritaDruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07978384022143035332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-6855836881725789942012-05-04T22:28:30.524-04:002012-05-04T22:28:30.524-04:00We are going to have such a fabulous party! I can ...We are going to have such a fabulous party! I can tell it's going to be one of those happy occasions when a party lasts into the wee hours and everyone's having too much fun to go home!Linda Rodriguezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11913741596693442469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-18982492965521443062012-05-04T22:23:18.518-04:002012-05-04T22:23:18.518-04:00What's Kentucky Derby pie?What's Kentucky Derby pie?Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-32172934749176594962012-05-04T22:22:08.122-04:002012-05-04T22:22:08.122-04:00I LOVE vintage tablecloths! Fantastic!I LOVE vintage tablecloths! Fantastic!Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-55129592929350314582012-05-04T21:34:13.827-04:002012-05-04T21:34:13.827-04:00Well I am bringing red sangria, which I make on my...Well I am bringing red sangria, which I make on my own, and really needs 2-3 days to marinate before the taste is right. And sorry but the ingredients are secret so I can't pass them along, but I will tell you that, I make it for my kids' teachers every year, and I am very popular!<br /><br />I also make a heated black bean dip, so I 'll bring that too. <br /><br />I'll be wearing my 5-foot-across sombrero that really is a wall decoration, but my kids love when I wear. and a peasant blouse and skirt!Lorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02833218449658357107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-39353385140484433122012-05-04T21:14:37.046-04:002012-05-04T21:14:37.046-04:00Linda:
Thanks for the tip!Linda:<br /><br />Thanks for the tip!Deb Romanonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-28892413029774929972012-05-04T20:16:39.401-04:002012-05-04T20:16:39.401-04:00Ole! What a party! I'll bring the pool and poo...Ole! What a party! I'll bring the pool and poolside from California to this virtual fiesta, along with gentle warm breezes, umbrella-covered tables and beach chairs. After a brisk swim I'll be hiding from the sun in a wide-brimmed straw hat, my modest swimsuit and a floral long-sleeve shirt and Hawaiian sarong, with comfy old rope sandals. I'll sport some oversize sunglasses for a laugh.<br /><br />I've brought out a large tray of margaritas made with fresh-squeezed orange and lime juices and enough tequila to do the job. Here's the hot refried bean dip. It sounds like there's plenty of guacamole, but if not we've got more. There's a chile relleno style casserole coming (stuffed with either kale or eggplant, your choice) and it's smothered in organic pepper jack and sharp cheddar cheeses.<br /><br />It's so great to see you all here. And thanks for all the fabulous dishes, tamales, the mole, the Pineapple Mango Coconut Salad. And thanks, Jack, for the Herradura at the door! Ay caramba!Avi Lovenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-65921498078152637472012-05-04T19:06:26.803-04:002012-05-04T19:06:26.803-04:00Deb, you need to get Lila Downs' CD, La Cantin...Deb, you need to get Lila Downs' CD, La Cantina, so you can listen to her Spanish and English versions of a musical recipe for Oaxacan mole, Cumbia de Mole.<br /><br />Mole is one of the great masterpiece dishes that has strong indigenous roots. Each region and town within regions has its own version of this wonderful signature dish.Linda Rodriguezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11913741596693442469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-86802974450464399432012-05-04T19:04:13.750-04:002012-05-04T19:04:13.750-04:00Forgive my typos...I'm tired!
I forgot to men...Forgive my typos...I'm tired!<br /><br />I forgot to mention that I will wear one of the silver and turquoise bracelets that I purchased in Mexico many years ago, along with some matching earrings that I made.Deb Romanonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-29944256173201087032012-05-04T18:59:02.995-04:002012-05-04T18:59:02.995-04:00I will make a virtual chicken mole dish,which I ha...I will make a virtual chicken mole dish,which I have wanted to try since I first heard of it. I will bring Kahlua and cream to make Sombreros. I'll wear an apron sporting numerous chili peppers, and since this is my own virtual world the chili peppers will have faces -the faces of he JR Writers. They will be really cute,of course! The apron will cover my usual jeans and a shirt also decorated with chili peppers. My socks will have the same design. On my head,I will wear a sombrero,which will also hono the Kentucky Derby. <br /><br />I will be accompanied by strolling musicians playing mariachi music. There will be at least one burro.<br /><br />Oh, yeah:the serving bowls will be the Mexican tripod clay vessels that were designed and made by high school students in my town this year. They are currently on display in one of the public buildings and I will be allowed to borrow my favorite ones for our virtual party!Deb Romanonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-87576105279993609042012-05-04T18:42:03.104-04:002012-05-04T18:42:03.104-04:00I'll be bringing a Mexican salad, with chopped...I'll be bringing a Mexican salad, with chopped black olives and green onions, tomatoes, red kidney beans (drained and rinsed, of course), lettuce, frito corn chips, and Catalina dressing, oh, and we can't forget the shredded cheddar cheese. YUMMO. I definitely want margaritas on the rocks, so I will be bringing a cooler of them, and I will be wearing a tan pantsuit with my turquoise and amber pendant and matching earrings, with cute little turquoise sandals. Will be bringing the hostess a lovely gift, as well!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11944325652455923011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-88801975200857370022012-05-04T18:39:29.950-04:002012-05-04T18:39:29.950-04:00Jan, mojitos require fresh mint also. Mint, lime j...Jan, mojitos require fresh mint also. Mint, lime juice, rum. And good fish tacos are heavenly! You know Hallie's will be deliciosa!Linda Rodriguezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11913741596693442469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-28320044045132740902012-05-04T16:36:56.990-04:002012-05-04T16:36:56.990-04:00I'm going to a Kentucky Derby party and bringi...I'm going to a Kentucky Derby party and bringing black-eyed pea salad and wearing a hat with lovely feathers and ribbon. But - I would like to have a Cinco de Mayo party in my head, and I would be eating guacamole, queso, salsa, chips and fish tacos. I'd be hoping that someone brought margaritas.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09652189764210279253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-45452722497406646332012-05-04T15:00:49.955-04:002012-05-04T15:00:49.955-04:00Nancy,
I'll have one of your Mint Julips and o...Nancy,<br />I'll have one of your Mint Julips and one of Hank's drinks which I've never heard of before, but since i have an ABUNDANCE of mint in my backyard will be making sometime soon. <br /><br />Better eat something with all that alcohol. Lind,a the Creamy Gazpachowith Avocado sounds perfect.<br /><br />Hallie, I've never had a good fish taco. But I like the concept so Ill try one of yours.Jan Broganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11323983086318138814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-79780915134576470752012-05-04T14:41:38.193-04:002012-05-04T14:41:38.193-04:00I wanted to bring the negro modelo! Ok, I'll b...I wanted to bring the negro modelo! Ok, I'll bring the mint juleps (rather, I'll make them right there at the party). And I love desserts, so even though it doesn't fit the theme, I'll also bring a Hershey Bar pie!<br /><br />Nothing special for my dress - signature black (denim black skirt, black top) - but I think I'll switch to black cowboy boots for the party!<br /><br />It's gonna be a great party!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06495937280335984726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-3966244490828858452012-05-04T14:20:44.789-04:002012-05-04T14:20:44.789-04:00I am rolling cabbage tamales (recipe via Linda'...I am rolling cabbage tamales (recipe via Linda's book) in great anticipation of this event. I considering a fresh lime drink and something coconutty but don't know what yet.<br /><br />I will be wearing an embroidered blouse from The Old Pueblo. Kendall will have on his summer serape. <br /><br />With Los Lobos from East LA this will be the best Cinco de Mayo ever.Maureen Harringtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03499876353651763590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-67308945083163696922012-05-04T13:44:55.603-04:002012-05-04T13:44:55.603-04:00I'll bring chocolate pecan pie and my friend, ...I'll bring chocolate pecan pie and my friend, Joe, who plays a mean Spanish guitar. Maybe Los Lobos will let him sit in.Sofie Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16830230500527705589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-80972259245183380192012-05-04T12:34:44.379-04:002012-05-04T12:34:44.379-04:00Mmmm . . . I will bring Sopapillas, wonderful litt...Mmmm . . . I will bring Sopapillas, wonderful little fried pastry puffs with cinnamon and honey.Mohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11712287890895445671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-27959022618853290132012-05-04T10:51:56.071-04:002012-05-04T10:51:56.071-04:00I like the Kentucky Derby theme - I will bring a K...I like the Kentucky Derby theme - I will bring a Kentucky Derby pie.CindyDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-71289269803515882792012-05-04T10:39:59.420-04:002012-05-04T10:39:59.420-04:00A variation of a recipe in my cookbook, The "...A variation of a recipe in my cookbook, The "I Don't Know How To Cook" Book: Mexican (Adams Media).<br /><br />Pineapple Mango Coconut Salad<br /><br />You can add papaya and oranges to this also.<br /><br />Serves 8<br /> <br />What You Need:<br />2 cups canned chunk pineapple, drained<br />1 cup chopped fresh or thawed frozen mango<br />2 cups shredded coconut<br />2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix<br />1 cup mayonnaise<br />1 teaspoon lime juice<br />8 large lettuce leaves<br /> <br />What You Do:<br />1. Combine pineapple, mango, coconut, cabbage, mayonnaise, and lime juice in a large serving bowl. Toss gently until well mixed.<br />2. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve by scooping onto lettuce leaves.<br /><br />Buen provecho, Mary!Linda Rodriguezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11913741596693442469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-29857271114428064462012-05-04T10:26:28.840-04:002012-05-04T10:26:28.840-04:00I'll try my hand at flan, but don't think ...I'll try my hand at flan, but don't think I'll be able to match my friend's, made with her mother's recipe. I'll bring out the gauzy embroidered blouse I bought in Guatemala . . . <br />Linda, I am now craving that salad -- care to share a recipe?Storyteller Maryhttp://www.storytellermary.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-25619330091395516712012-05-04T09:48:53.659-04:002012-05-04T09:48:53.659-04:00May I bring my daughter, and her choice of tequila...May I bring my daughter, and her choice of tequilas for tasting? She has gotten into tequila tastings with her half-Mexican boyfriend, especially after they spent a month traveling around that amazing country, and I now defer all such choices to her. <br /><br />My red cowboy boots, turquoise jewelry, and embroidered blouse would fit in just right.<br /><br />What a fun party! Thanks for the invitation, Reds!Karen in Ohionoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-50869972783436402562012-05-04T09:40:08.448-04:002012-05-04T09:40:08.448-04:00I'll bring huevos rancheros (my version of com...I'll bring huevos rancheros (my version of comfort food.) However, since we're going to the women's softball game at the college, I'll be wearing my "You Wish You Could Throw Like a Girl" t-shirt.Janet Cnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-31390227653262613922012-05-04T09:34:49.308-04:002012-05-04T09:34:49.308-04:00Rosemary - I don't usually pick until I see th...Rosemary - I don't usually pick until I see the horses in the saddling area to watch how they react to that roaring, excited crowd. <br /><br />So far, though, I do like Bodemeister - I like the horse, like how strong he looks, his pedigree - but I don't like picking the favorite because his "routine" will change, what with all the media and excitement, and I think that messes with horsey heads. <br /><br />Still, it'd be fun to watch another jubilant Calvin Borel post-finish-line celebration. He's got a good horse, already close to where he likes to run, so I wouldn't rule out Take Charge Indy, either.Rhonda Lanehttp://www.thehorseyset.netnoreply@blogger.com