{"id":1188,"date":"2024-11-15T13:09:50","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T11:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/curiara.com\/europa\/?p=1188"},"modified":"2025-11-20T18:51:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T16:51:34","slug":"arepa-reina-pepiada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/curiara.com\/europa\/en\/arepa-reina-pepiada\/","title":{"rendered":"Arepa reina pepiada, an icon of our gastronomy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Among the many ways to prepare a arepa <\/strong>that we have been seeing over the last few months, there is one that stands out for its history and its unique flavour: the arepa reina pepiada. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This classic was born in 1955<\/strong>inspired by the triumph of Susana Duijm,<\/strong> the first Venezuelan to win the Miss World title.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In honour of her, the brothers \u00c1lvarez<\/strong>owners of a arepera in Caracas<\/strong>created a special filling to celebrate their beauty and success<\/strong>. Thus, this arepa became a tribute to the Venezuelan<\/strong> that made history and a reminder of what it means to being Venezuelan.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For many of us, eating a arepa reina pepiada<\/strong> is not just about enjoying a delicious majar, but a journey back in time that takes us back to our own time.s streets, family gatherings and to our roots.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you miss this delicious arepa <\/strong>and you want to try making it at home, here we share with you a simple recipe, but full of that authentic flavour we miss so much. Let's prepare it and savour together an a little piece of Venezuela!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the origin of the arepa reina pepiada?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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To understand why the arepa Queen Pepiada<\/strong> is so special, we have to travel to the year 1955. Venezuela <\/strong>was living in a time of great change, with economic growth and openness to new influences<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And in the midst of that moment of hope and national pride, something historic happened. Susana Duijm<\/strong><\/a>a young Venezuelan woman, won the title of Miss World<\/strong>becoming the first woman from Latin America<\/strong> to win that crown.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was a triumph that filled the country with pride and made it an overnight success. symbol of beauty, elegance and charisma.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by this achievement, the \u00c1lvarez brothers<\/strong>owners of a famous arepera in Caracas<\/strong>They wanted to pay tribute to him. They decided to create a special arepa in his honour,<\/strong> something that would reflect the freshness and the unique character of Susana.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Thus was born the arepa Reina Pepiada<\/strong>a delicious blend of shredded chicken, avocado and other ingredients <\/strong>which soon became a success.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, the expression \"pepiada\" (pepiada)<\/strong> was a way of referring to a woman with \"curves\"<\/strong> or, in the words of the time,\"good looking\".<\/strong> and nothing could better describe Susana<\/strong> and the Venezuelan spirit <\/strong>she represented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Queen Pepiada<\/strong> quickly became a classic and, over time, one of the most important Venezuelans' favourite arepas.<\/strong> For many, it's a perfect blend of textures and flavours: the smoothness of the avocado, the juiciness of the chicken and a hint of lemon for freshness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, beyond the taste, it is a reminder of a special moment for Venezuela<\/strong>The story of a woman who made history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, the Queen Pepiada<\/strong> remains one of the arepas <\/strong>most beloved, not only in Venezuela,<\/strong> but in all the corners of the world where there is a Venezuelan<\/strong>. Because this arepa not only celebrates the Susana's beauty,<\/strong> but also the pride and identity<\/strong> of a country that, despite the distance, we always carry with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An exquisite combination of flavours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If there is one thing that distinguishes the arepa Reina Pepiada<\/strong>in addition to its history, is its unique taste. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its combination of ingredients and the softness of its filling have made it the perfect choice for one of the Venezuelans' favourite arepas<\/strong>It has earned its place in the kitchen of every home and on the menu of any self-respecting arepera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What makes the Queen Pepiada<\/strong> is so special? It is the perfect blend of the softness of avocado, the juicy touch of the shredded chicken and the freshness of coriander and lime<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The filling is creamy and light at the same time<\/strong> and each bite is a perfect balance of flavours. Although this version of arepa has maintained its essence over the years, each family or arepera has its own particular way of preparing it, adding your personal touch to the recipe.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The original recipe <\/strong>included avocado, chicken and mayonnaise<\/strong>but in this version we are going to present to you we will use Greek yoghurt and a touch of mustard<\/strong> to give it more body and a slightly more acidic taste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another ingredient that enhances the freshness of the Queen Pepiada<\/strong> is the chopped coriander,<\/strong> which gives it a aromatic and fresh touch to the filling<\/strong>in addition to the small amount of celery and onion<\/strong> which add texture and a mild flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Venezuelans living abroad<\/strong>the arepa reina pepiada<\/strong> is like a recipe for nostalgia<\/strong>. When we bite into it, we not only feel its flavours, but we also relive the family moments and the visits to the arepera we have always had. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prepare a Queen Pepiada<\/strong> at home is to bring to the table a a little piece of Venezuela<\/strong>It is something that immediately connects us to our roots and, with every bite, makes us feel that we are never as far away as it seems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to prepare this delicious recipe at home in a simple way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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