Mia Castro

About the Author

Mia Castro is a celebrated Puerto Rican chef and author whose passion for her island's vibrant culinary heritage shines through in her writing. Born and raised in San Juan, she grew up surrounded by the aromas of her abuela's traditional kitchen, where family recipes were passed down through generations with love and laughter. After years of honing her skills in professional kitchens across the Caribbean and New York City, Mia turned her expertise into storytelling, blending authentic flavors with personal anecdotes to make Puerto Rican cuisine accessible to home cooks everywhere. Her debut book, Cocina Puerto Rico: Recipes from My Abuela's Kitchen to Yours, captures the soul of the island through dishes like mofongo and pasteles, inviting readers to recreate these timeless meals while embracing the cultural richness of Puerto Rico. A devoted advocate for sustainable ingredients and community-driven food traditions, Mia continues to inspire a new generation of cooks to honor their roots on the plate.