Celia Cruz, the “Queen of Salsa,” will be on United States quarters beginning in 2024. Cruz represents the first Afro-Latina to receive the honor as part of the US Mint's American Women Quarters Program. Celia Cruz (full name Úrsula Hilaria Celia Caridad Cruz Alfonso) was born on October 21, 1925 in Havana, Cuba, and died July 16, 2003 in Fort Lee New Jersey. One of the most … [Read more...] about American Women Quarter’s Program Honors “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz in 2024
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What is Nixtamalization? Masienda Heirloom Corn Tortillas and Ancient Traditions
We recently discovered Masienda Tortillas at a local Whole Foods store. After trying many brands of tortillas, both here in the United States and in Mexico, we're always searching for great tortillas. Personally, the corn tortilla is our favorite. Corn is the perfect ingredient for tortillas. Corn is considered a whole grain; gluten-free, it's naturally higher in fiber and … [Read more...] about What is Nixtamalization? Masienda Heirloom Corn Tortillas and Ancient Traditions
Fake News Replaced by Vague News – “Chinese in almost every country in Latin America” and NYC…
As economic concerns over international trade increase, recent reports have focused on China's presence in Latin America. Vague headlines such as "The Chinese are in almost every country in Latin America: Rep. Henry Cuellar" imply a physical presence rather than increasing overall influence. Yet, while reporters focus on the effects of China's influence in other countries, news reports … [Read more...] about Fake News Replaced by Vague News – “Chinese in almost every country in Latin America” and NYC…
Move Over Pizza – Latin Food Overtaking Italian as America’s Favorite
A recent study showed Americans are increasingly requesting Latin and Tex-Mex style foods at restaurants. According to Datassential, a restaurant-menu consultancy company, Mike Kostyo (the "trendologist") analyzed 2022 menu data and found that customers had moved away from traditional Italian offerings. Trend analysis revealed that customers tended more towards spicier selections, such … [Read more...] about Move Over Pizza – Latin Food Overtaking Italian as America’s Favorite
Donald Trump and Che Guevara – Share a Birthday pero no es el mismo…
As many already may know, Donald Trump and Che Guevara share the same birthday - June 14th. In the midst of the Trump indictment by a Manhattan grand jury, there has been speculation that Trump may overtake Che as a political symbol. While some have attempted to draw parallels between a Cuban revolutionary and a politician billionaire (why? because why not), now might be an apparent … [Read more...] about Donald Trump and Che Guevara – Share a Birthday pero no es el mismo…