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Cinco de Mayo is this weekend and we're ready to celebrate by paying homage to some of our favorite traditional Mexican recipes. Did you know that Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of the Mexican Army versus the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862? Though...
At MIC Food, we never forget that we are stewards of the land and natural resources we utilize. We believe sustainability brings prosperity to the farmers, the suppliers, to our company and the world.MIC Food's goal is to deliver safe, high quality food, that are...
From Mexico to Central America, from the Caribbean to Northern and Southern South America—a basic common language unites these cultures, but the diversity within their customs, ethnicity, regional lingo– and their food– is quite broad.For many not familiar with the diversity of the Hispanic culture,...
WHAT ARE ONE BOWL MEALS? One bowl meals are a quick and easy way to make a satisfying meal packed with nutrients and loads of flavor. One bowl meals are typically made up of with a variety of grains, veggies, and protein. They’re healthy, filling, and...
March is National Nutrition Month so we’re diving deep into the Paleo diet to see how we can incorporate plantains, our favorite tropical fruit, into the Paleo lifestyle. What is Paleo? The Paleo Diet, also referred to as the “caveman diet”, is a nutrient-dense whole foods...
WHAT IS MALANGA? Malanga, also known as yautía or cocoyam, is a starchy root vegetable that is commonly used in South American, African, and Caribbean cuisine. Malanga has a rough, hairy outer skin, with a crisp, white or pink flesh. Once prepared, Malanga’s earthy flavor can...
February is Snack Food Month and we've put together a list of our Top 5 Tropical Treats just in time for the occasion. Snacks and appetizers can be a great way to increase your check average with an add-on sale, but they must stand out for...
WHAT IS BONIATO? Boniato, botanically classified as Ipomoea batatas, is a nutty-flavored root vegetable in the same family as sweet potatoes. Boniato goes by many names, such as batata, camote, kamura, white sweet potato and even the Cuban Sweet Potato. While boniatos lack the bright orange...
We all know a well-balanced diet includes a variety of foods, including fruits and vegetables. But do you know which vegetables are considered root vegetables? What are root vegetables anyway? ROOT VEGETABLES: 101 Root vegetables, also known as bulbs, roots, and tubers, grow underground at the base...
Make it merry, Make it bright, Make it MIC.This holiday season, we're whipping up some classics as well as some new tropical takes on your favorite dishes. Featuring our 100% natural Big Banana® plantain products, scroll through some of our favorite dessert recipes below and be...
