Sancocho as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Sancocho is absolutely in that category. The richly textured quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. achiote annatto does work that no substitute can replicate.

the bandeja paisa plate is a point of Antioquian cultural pride. There's something about the a family Sunday sancocho context that reinforces the comfort effect. tinto black coffee alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.