Growing up in Mexico City, my sisters and I used to prepare exotic meals, perfumes and potions for the inhabitants of our enchanted forest. That was our dog, the bluebird, snails, butterflies and ...

You wouldn’t expect to find an old herbal folk remedy for hypertension to taste so good in a taco, of all things, but vibrant, claret-hued hibiscus does just that. Yes, we’re suggesting you make tacos ...

Enchilada lover? Jamaica flowers (part of the hibiscus family) are typically found in vivid red teas. But these tart, dried buds make a surprisingly delicious filling for enchiladas. They’re combined ...

Dear SOS: I recently checked out Amaranta Cocina Mexicana at the Westfield Shopping Center in Woodland Hills. I’m not a vegetarian, but our server made us try these amazing hibiscus flower enchiladas ...

What is hibiscus (jamaica flowers)? The hibiscus flower (flor de jamaica) is a plant that grows worldwide in tropical-ish weather. It has a trumpet shape and a deep red color. It is harvested and ...

JAMAICA won a Silver Gild Medal for its “Flower Market Display” at the recent Chelsea Flower Show in London. The display featured three market women bearing baskets with an array of Jamaican flowers, ...