Fan Favorites Are In—See What Everyone’s Cooking


Hi Reader,

There’s something so special about seeing what recipes you keep returning to again and again. Whether you’re whipping up quick weeknight dinners, hosting a sunny backyard hangout, or just treating yourself to something sweet—you’ve made these recipes your go-tos. And I’m so honored to be part of your table!

This month, we're sharing a few summer favorites that have been especially popular with our community. These are the dishes you’ve been loving, reviewing, and sharing—and honestly, we can’t blame you!


Crispy, golden, beer-battered fish tucked into warm tortillas with crunchy slaw and creamy chipotle mayo—summer on a plate.

One reader said: "This is a great slaw if you want one that doesn’t have sour cream or mayo in it. I added 1 finely chopped jalepeno and 1 tablespoon of honey and this was perfect. It really needs a little sweetness to balance the acidity.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
-Ashley

One reader said: "I made this for father’s day and my dad and the rest of the family loved it! I think the cake to whip cream ratio was perfect and I liked the addition of raspberries.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
-Ella

Cool, crunchy, and sprinkled with chili-lime goodness—our go-to when the temps rise.

Sweet corn slathered in creamy, spicy, tangy toppings—need we say more?


📸 Reader Spotlight

Look what @knifeflight made!😍

A big shoutout to @knifeflight for sharing this delicious Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef—how incredible does that look?! 😍 Keep tagging us—we love seeing your delicious creations! and shared this gorgeous photo on Instagram—doesn’t it look amazing? 😍


We Want To Hear From You!

Have a favorite recipe you think more people should try? A dish you’ve been dreaming about that you'd love to see on the blog? I’d love to hear what you’re cooking (or craving) this season.

👉 Just reply to this email with a photo, suggestion, or recipe request. You might just see your pick featured next time! 📸✨


Thanks for being part of the ¡Hola! Jalapeño community. Your feedback, photos, and enthusiasm make this space so much more delicious. 💛

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