The holidays are here so it’s time for potlucks, parties, and bonding time with family and friends! Since it’s always such a busy time of year, I love having simple and quick recipes, which give me more time to enjoy the festivities of the season….
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Empanadas in Chicago
I’ve always had a soft spot for empanadas. Growing up in the Philippines, I have so many memories of making the dough, filling, assembling, and frying these handheld beauties with my family. When my grandma was alive, it was one of the few things she would request from me. She ate a very healthy diet but would indulge on my homemade empanadas, once in awhile. They were time-consuming to make but it was worth it at the end. There is something magical about biting into the crisp flaky dough and the flavorful filling. Nevertheless, I always think of my grandma when I eat empanadas….