Spicy Fruit

Spicy Fruit

by | Aug 2, 2016 | | 0 Comments

For Rolando and many other Mexicans, these spicy fruit snacks are his favourite summer treat, because they are tasty and refreshing. There is something about the chilli spice that brings out the sweetness of the fruit and really makes it zing, especially with slightly acidic fruits like mangos.

Bring the jar on-the-go

Bring the jar on-the-go

by | Jul 6, 2016 | | 0 Comments

Layering dressing, then individual ingredients, in a jar is a KanKuntastic way to pack your on-the-go food. – either for the office or for picnics, or even pre-preparing for a lunch party.

Picnics that pack a punch

by | Jul 1, 2016 | | 0 Comments

There is little better than rolling out the picnic rug and enjoying the beautiful weather with good friends, whilst tucking into some delicious food. Mexican food is simply perfect for picnics, with wraps, burritos and fresh guacamole making an excellent addition to the traditional British foods and flavours.

The Wrestler Cook Book

The Wrestler Cook Book

by | Jul 1, 2016 | | 0 Comments

Can You Take the Heat? The Wrestler Cook book is a collection of old family recipes with modern fusion Mexican. The authors Dougie Bell aka El Cocinero and Rolando Cardenas aka Kan Kun Luchador are well known Ambassadors of Mexican Food and the iconic Mexican Lucha libre.

Tortas the Mexican sandwich

Tortas the Mexican sandwich

by | Jul 1, 2016 | | 0 Comments

Brits love a sandwich. So much so that surveys have shown cheese, ham and chicken sandwiches to be the nation’s three favourite lunch options. But did you know that sandwiches are called TORTAS in Mexico and they are also very popular in Mexico.

National Picnic Week

National Picnic Week

by | Jun 6, 2016 | | 0 Comments

Here at KanKun HQ, we have been enjoying seeing the sun peeking through the clouds and feeling London heating up around us. We just can’t help thinking that it is picnic time, but as always, we imagine everything with a little Mexican touch.

How well do you know your chillies?

How well do you know your chillies?

by | May 11, 2016 | | 0 Comments

Chillies are a staple ingredient in many Mexican dishes. Chillies don’t always just add heat to a dish, they also add a whole lot of flavour and richness. If you are a Mexican food lover it is worth knowing your chillies to be sure that you are using the right ones in the right dishes.