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    About Me

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    My Story

    I was born in the beautiful island of Puerto Rico, left my islita to venture new horizons when I was in my early twenties. Around that time I arrived to Texas and called San Antonio my second home for the next 20 years. We are a military family and currently living in Washington State.

    Since I was a kid I remember being that person who was always taking photos. About 10 years ago I started my Instagram @hungrytravelingmama. I just loved posting photos of my trips, food and recipes. I wanted to inspire people to cook, travel and eat good food. It was my hobby while I was working full time and attending Grad School.

    In March of 2022 I decided it was time to close a chapter on Hungry Traveling Mama and lead way to Café Sazón y Vida. It feels more like who I am and where I am heading. (You can check my instagram here: @cafesazonyvida)

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    Do you have photography training?

    I don’t have any formal photography training, I am a self taught photographer.

    In 2013 I purchased a DSLR Nikon D3200 and decided that I was going to learn everything the camera could do inside out. I went to You Tube for resources and shot everyday. In 2017 I upgraded to the Nikon D750 full frame camera.

    I also invested in the Foodtography School and it is one of the best things I could have done for myself and my photography. You have to be a lifetime student of your craft  if you want to succeed.

    Although I was having a lot of success on Instagram, I really wanted to have a place of my own where I could share my photos, recipes and guides. Late in 2017 I got serious about investing in a blog, bought a domain and started writing and creating content. In February 2018 I published my first Blog Post and it took off from there!!

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    I love to Cook and Share my Puerto Rican recipes!

    I have no formal Culinary training, but I have been cooking for 33 years! My recipes are inspired by the dishes I grew up eating in Puerto Rico and from all the delicious food I have experienced in my travels. They are easy and approachable recipes. If you are a novice or experienced in the kitchen you will find something you like here.

    Like making our own Adobo – a staple in our cooking- like these Beef Empanadas! Drinking Coquito for Navidad.

    I love to Travel and Explore

    Being a Military family has provided us with opportunities to travel and experience the world. Check out some of my travel guides! HERE!

    I am excited to share my corner of the internet with you. Thank you for being here and your unconditional support!

    Fun Facts about me:

    • Fall and Winter are my favorite seasons! So I love all things Halloween, Pumpkin y Navidad!
    • I have a Masters Degree in Counseling and Guidance from Texas A&M and I am Licensed Therapist.
    • I love a good Crafted cocktail and a Blood Orange Margarita is my go to (Get my recipe here!).
    • My favorites things to cook with are Sofrito, Truffle Oil/Salt, Onions and lotsss of garlic.
    • New Orleans is my favorite city and you will find me rooting for the Saints (WhoDat!)
    • Keanu is my eternal crush and I will mention him often!
    • Process shots are my favorites to photograph!
    • I could eat Tostones, Crawfish Étouffée and Ceviche every day!
    • True Crime documentaries and Podcasts are my way of relax!
    • I thrift all my photography props and love finding vintage and unique props.
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    You can find me in Instagram, and Pinterest

    Want to Collaborate and Partner with Café Sazón y Vida?

    Check my work here send me an Email: [email protected]

    Let’s work together!!

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    Meet Lola!

    Hola!! Welcome to my pedacito on the internet. La Vida is meant to be enjoyed with a good cup of Café and well seasoned food!

    I love to share my Puerto Rican culture though recipes, stories, libations. I am also a commercial photographer.

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