Bill O’Connor, Author at HipLatina

7 Winter Vacation Getaways That Will Help You Unplug From the Holiday Madness

Bill O’ConnorDecember 13, 2017November 24, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorDecember 13, 2017November 24, 202002001

Has the cold weather got you thinking that it’s time to hold off on that vacay? Don’t let it stop you! While I tend to prefer the more tropical, there are tons of opportunities to enjoy what winter has to...

Lifestyle

How Latinx Jews Are Celebrating Hanukkah Across the States

Bill O’ConnorDecember 12, 2017November 24, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorDecember 12, 2017November 24, 202001207

December 12 marks the start of Hanukkah—the eight day festival of lights—in Jewish communities around the world. Commemorating the Jewish fight to gain religious freedom over the Syrian capture of a temple 2000 years ago, what was aimed to be...

Lifestyle

Your Coast to Coast Guide for Latin Christmas Events

Bill O’ConnorDecember 9, 2017November 25, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorDecember 9, 2017November 25, 20200528

Looking for ways to celebrate the holiday cheer with a bit of sabor? From East Coast to West, we’ve got you covered with your go-to Latin Christmas event guide. Los Angeles Playing now and running through January 7, check...

Culture

9 películas y programas de televisión que hablan de la inmigración

Bill O’ConnorNovember 29, 2017December 1, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorNovember 29, 2017December 1, 20200791

Es un período de tiempo de incertidumbre y peligroso para inmigrantes en este país. Debido a que el tema de la inmigración recibe tanta atención de los medios de comunicación, a veces solemos enfocarnos más en estadísticas y leyes que...

Lifestyle

A Beginner’s Guide to Morocco: Africa Is at Your Fingertips

Bill O’ConnorNovember 23, 2017December 2, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorNovember 23, 2017December 2, 20200422

As a firm believer in the perfection of a fall vacation, I packed my bags a few weeks ago and headed to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. While getting ready for the trip, I was consistently getting the same reaction from...

News and Entertainment

How This Puerto Rican Film Festival Is Uplifting the Island

Bill O’ConnorNovember 8, 2017December 8, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorNovember 8, 2017December 8, 202001147

November 8 kicks off the 7th Annual International Puerto Rican Heritage Film Festival (IPRHFF) in several locations across New York. While the island remains very much still devastated by Hurricane Maria, the films showcased are giving a much needed spotlight...

Lifestyle

At an NYC Coquito Competition We Learned Tips for Making The Perfect Holiday Concoction

Bill O’ConnorNovember 7, 2017December 8, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorNovember 7, 2017December 8, 202002275

If you’re Puerto Rican, you know that the holiday season doesn’t truly kick off until the coquito is served. You might make your own, or eagerly await your tia or abuela’s secret recipe that they only make during this special...

News and Entertainment

9 Rising Latina Authors You Don’t Want to Miss

Bill O’ConnorNovember 7, 2017December 8, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorNovember 7, 2017December 8, 202001917

We’re not shy to tell you how much we love classic Latina authors like Isabel Allende, Julia Alvarez, and Sandra Cisneros. But there’s an entire generation of authors just getting their start who we want you to know about. From...

News and Entertainment

Real #Herstory: The Role of Women in Drug Cartels

Bill O’ConnorNovember 2, 2017December 8, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorNovember 2, 2017December 8, 202011314

Is single-handedly running an international drug cartel network only a men’s game? Most of what we see in pop culture, TV, and the media would suggest so. Pablo Escobar lives on in infamy as the figurehead of the Medellin cartels,...

Lifestyle

6 Go-To Latin Fusion Restaurants in NYC

Bill O’ConnorOctober 31, 2017December 9, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorOctober 31, 2017December 9, 20200873

One of my favorite things about New York is that you can find literally whatever you want whenever you want it, especially when it comes to food. New York is the world capital of ethnic cuisine, and the melting pot...

News and Entertainment

Migguel Anggelo and David Drake’s Latest Play Reclaims the Disco as a Safe Space for the LGBT Community

Bill O’ConnorOctober 27, 2017December 10, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorOctober 27, 2017December 10, 20200428

Now through April 2018, the Clemente Soto Velez Cultural and Educational Center is presenting a series of performances from artists of all backgrounds, inspired by the tragic shooting at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando. Titled “Fearless,” the goal of the...

Lifestyle

Tips on How to Make the Most Out of Your Fall Getaway

Bill O’ConnorOctober 1, 2017December 16, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorOctober 1, 2017December 16, 202012343

Just because the summer is over that doesn’t mean that you need to stop thinking about those vacay and travel plans. If you chose to staycation over the summer, then maybe now it’s your turn at the office to pick...