If there is one thing that unites kitchens across Colombia and Venezuela, it’s the Arepa . If you want something warm , gluten-free , and versatile . That’s where the arepa comes in. Made from pre-cooked corn flour (like the iconic Harina PAN ), arepas are essentially "corn cakes" that you can fill with almost anything. But how do you get them right? There are three main ways to cook them. The Foundation: The Dough Before you decide on the cooking method, you need the perfect

This blog explores the cultural origins of the arepa, touching on the friendly debate between Venezuela and Colombia, while focusing on the Venezuelan style — thick, stuffed, and made with Harina PAN. It introduces the iconic Reina Pepiada, a creamy chicken and avocado filling, and offers a simple, step-by-step recipe for readers in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The post also highlights how easy it is to bring the taste of Venezuela home using ingredients available at La Ti