Until recently I had rarely used alcohol to calm my nerves - but now it is my cure of first resort.

"Laughter is a balm for the afflicted. the best defence against despair, the only medicine for melancholy"

the chili powder. bubbling hot chorizo, the sweet fragranceof tortillas made with masi harina, cilantro bell peppers, the astringent tang of jalapeno chili, onions..

great meal that made us perspire a lot