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.
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!!
I have a purpose to put good Food in the world.
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.
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.
You can find me in Instagram, and Pinterest
Want to Collaborate and Partner with Hungry Traveling Mama?
Check my work here send me an Email: [email protected]
Let’s work together!!