Articles written by Kari Miller

With the consistency and flavor of a firm vanilla pudding, flan is a popular dessert in Latin America made of eggs, sugar and milk, and flavored with lemon and cinnamon.

Apr 12, 2009 - Kari Miller

Along the old train tracks and through tunnels in the northeastern valleys of Quito, Ecuador, is a great mountain biking trail for beginner cyclists or families.

Apr 7, 2009 - Kari Miller

Cyclists looking for a high-altitude route through majestic mountains and among snow-capped volcanoes will be thrilled with the Cotopaxi Cycling Route in central Ecuador.

Apr 7, 2009 - Kari Miller

This one-of-a-kind route, which descends from 3,500 m to 1,300 m above sea level, is a must for the most adventurous mountain bikers.

Apr 7, 2009 - Kari Miller

Mountain bikers will marvel at the natural wonders around them as they start in Andean highlands and descend more than 1600 m to the cloud forests of Mindo, Ecuador.

Apr 7, 2009 - Kari Miller

This 9-12-day cycling route, which starts in Salinas and ends almost 600 km north in Same, is a beautiful way to get to know the Ecuadorian coastal countryside.

Apr 6, 2009 - Kari Miller

Experience the heart of the Ecuadorian Coast by cycling the 9-12-day "Sun Route" tour, Salinas to Same. Or, take it easier with just one of three legs on the tour.

Apr 6, 2009 - Kari Miller

Composed of various one-day stretches, the entire cycling tour goes from Salinas to Same, taking 9 -12 days to complete. The first leg (about 212 km) ends in Manta.

Apr 6, 2009 - Kari Miller

These tropical fruit drinks mixed with hominy or rice will satisfy your hunger as well as provide much needed nutrients.

Jan 10, 2009 - Kari Miller

This tuna salad, chock full of veggies like radishes, green peppers, onions and celery, can be served on a lettuce leaf or as a dip for fresh cucumber slices.

Jan 10, 2009 - Kari Miller

Hominy (in Ecuador mote) is made from white corn kernels. It is a popular starch served as a side in many traditional Ecuadorian dishes, but these recipes stand alone.

Jan 9, 2009 - Kari Miller

Sweet and savory flavors create a fine combination in pristiños, a traditional Ecuadorian fried dough Christmas dessert topped with a sweet brown sugar syrup.

Jan 8, 2009 - Kari Miller

Served alone, on top of ice cream or as the base for other desserts, suspiro meringue cookies are sure to please anybody with a sweet tooth at parties or gatherings.

Jan 8, 2009 - Kari Miller

These deep fried fritters, much like a cake doughnut, are popular throughout Spain and Latin America, especially Mexico and Argentina.

Jan 8, 2009 - Kari Miller

This beef stir fry recipe featuring broccoli, carrots and peppers and sprinkled with sesame seeds, makes a hearty meal atop a bed of rice or thin noodles.

Dec 8, 2008 - Kari Miller

Whether coming to Quito on business, or just passing through on the way to the Galapagos Islands, there are some things that shouldn't be missed if time is an issue.

Sep 5, 2008 - Kari Miller

Whether for a graduation, church event, or family reunion, gelatin recipes are the perfect complement to potluck meals. Easy to put together, they also make great sides.

Aug 30, 2008 - Kari Miller

From the archaeological site of the pyramids of Cochasquí to the hot springs of Papallacta, non-traditional tourists will love these exotic day trips from Quito.

Aug 29, 2008 - Kari Miller

Getting around Quito is easy with the public transportation system, which consists mainly of diesel buses, electric-run cars, and a cable car system called the Trolebus.

Aug 28, 2008 - Kari Miller

Cheap eats are easy to find for tourists and students visiting Quito. Here are some reasonable breakfast and lunch dining options that can keep budgets under control.

Aug 28, 2008 - Kari Miller

A popular dinner option from the coastal provinces of Ecuador, menestra is a saucy bean dish that pairs up nicely with grilled meat for a satisfying and hearty meal.

Aug 27, 2008 - Kari Miller

Students will enjoy this picture dictation activity, based on the TV reality show "The Mole". The addition of a mole adds a special twist to this teacher's classic.

Jul 16, 2008 - Kari Miller

With its hint of strawberries and pineapple, and a texture similar to pear, babaco is perfect for juice, pie fillings, or as a simple dessert cooked in its own syrup.

Jul 2, 2008 - Kari Miller

Getting away from the pollution and stress of the city is easy to do in Quito, where hundreds of acres of land have been dedicated to green areas.

Jul 1, 2008 - Kari Miller

Get the most out of your avocados by whipping up a batch of the creamy base recipe. Embellish it with 5 fast, easy ideas to create a new flavor using an old favorite.

Jun 20, 2008 - Kari Miller

One of the oldest and most historic streets in Quito, La Ronda is a peek into the colonial past of the city. This quaint street offers the city's best in one place.

Jun 7, 2008 - Kari Miller

There is plenty of sun and sand on the coast of Ecuador, where some of the region's most pristine and undeveloped beaches can be found.

May 29, 2008 - Kari Miller

Looking for a fresh, cool recipe on a hot summer day? Whip up a quick bowl of ceviche, a cold soup of citrus-marinated seafood topped with popcorn and corn tostado.

May 23, 2008 - Kari Miller

Students practice forming yes/no and information questions in this simple classroom plan that uses film ads as a tool for developing speaking and writing skills.

May 15, 2008 - Kari Miller

As writing skills can differ greatly in an English language classroom, a text type based approach to teaching writing can be helpful. Here a sample lesson is presented.

May 5, 2008 - Kari Miller

This structured approach for teaching writing to English language learners recognizes that not all learners have the same experience in writing in their first language.

May 5, 2008 - Kari Miller

Thickened up with cornstarch or fruit, coladas are great comfort food. They also make a quick breakfast drink chock full of energy - perfect for those of us on the go.

Apr 15, 2008 - Kari Miller

With a hint of cinnamon and lemon zest, this mildly sweet dessert is popular around the country during the Easter season.

Mar 30, 2008 - Kari Miller

Pretty paper, rickrack, and flower accents frame a chipboard monogram letter for a wonderful homemade journal that every new parent can use. Journal prompts included.

Mar 29, 2008 - Kari Miller

Apple and cinnamon pair up in this delightful cookie. Add walnuts for a bit of crunch and this will be a treat everyone will be talking about!

Mar 19, 2008 - Kari Miller

These moist cookies won't stay in the cookie jar for long. A great snack for the kids after school, the recipe also makes enough to feed a large crowd.

Mar 3, 2008 - Kari Miller

Fanesca, a pumpkin and fish based soup eaten during Lent in the South American country of Ecuador, combines assorted legumes and pumpkin for a satisfying meatless dinner.

Feb 21, 2008 - Kari Miller

The geographical regions of Ecuador are as distinct as can be, and each boasts its own local delicacies. Here is a guide to some of the most typical.

Feb 15, 2008 - Kari Miller

From dancing to water throwing, Carnaval is one of the most popular holidays in Ecuador.

Jan 30, 2008 - Kari Miller

This layered seafood dish, featuring a crunchy and hearty plantain base filled with fish or shrimp, is a healthy alternative to traditional meat and potato casseroles.

Jan 14, 2008 - Kari Miller

Called "años viejos", these sawdust-stuffed dolls represent the passing of the year, and all the hardships that it caused are burned away at midnight.

Dec 27, 2007 - Kari Miller

With thousands of scrapbook products on the market, selecting the right gift for a scrapbooker may seem difficult. This guide highlights the best gifts for scrapbookers.

Dec 19, 2007 - Kari Miller

Finding places that sell books in English can be time-consuming. This guide will help English-speaking tourists and expats in Ecuador find new and used books in English.

Dec 3, 2007 - Kari Miller

This potato-based soup, and its many variations, can be found all over the Andes. It is especially popular in Ecuador, where it is typically served with cheese or egg.

Nov 29, 2007 - Kari Miller

This healthy and light pumpkin soup variation of Ecuadorian locro is sure to be a hit with pumpkin lovers.

Nov 16, 2007 - Kari Miller

This warm colada (thickened juice drink) is traditionally consumed in the weeks before All Soul's Day, and uses Andean products such as blueberry, blackberry and corn.

Oct 29, 2007 - Kari Miller

November 2 is a day families gather at cemeteries to clean gravesites and feast with their deceased. Blueberry-based colada and bread "babies" (guaguas) are traditions.

Oct 19, 2007 - Kari Miller

The "Avenue of the Volcanoes", named by Alexander von Humboldt during his 1802 expedition to Ecuador, stretches along the northern spine of the Andes.

Oct 1, 2007 - Kari Miller

Infusions made from common household spices can alleviate the symptoms of everyday ailments.

Sep 19, 2007 - Kari Miller

Vocabulary is a key element in the second language class. While grammar is important for meaning, without vocabulary no message is conveyed.

Sep 18, 2007 - Kari Miller