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10 Latina-Owned Brands Creating Latin Food and Drink Staples with a Twist

Nicole YoungMarch 13, 2023March 14, 2023

by Nicole YoungMarch 13, 2023March 14, 20230973

Whether it’s a warm tortilla or a refreshing glass of agua fresca, some of our favorite cultural dishes and drinks are staples in our diet because they’re delicious AND they remind us of home. That being said, as we get...

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As Latin Food Culture Evolves, What’s Fusion and What’s Appropriation?

Virginia IsaadSeptember 28, 2022September 29, 2022

by Virginia IsaadSeptember 28, 2022September 29, 202204028

Krista Linares is a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of Nutrition Con Sabor. You’ve probably seen the viral videos of “Mexican corn salad” (esquites) or “spa water” (agua fresca) and the resulting pushback as if our cultural foods and drinks were suddenly...

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Latin Food isn’t Unhealthy, Systemic Inequalities Are What’s Detrimental to Our Health

Virginia IsaadMarch 29, 2022

by Virginia IsaadMarch 29, 202205360

Krista Linares is a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of Nutrition Con Sabor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Krista Linares | Dietitian (@latina.dietitian) Latinxs in the U.S. face worse health outcomes than their non-Latinx white counterparts,...

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10 Tasty Latin-Inspired Foods to Try from Trader Joe’s

Nicole YoungSeptember 23, 2021

by Nicole YoungSeptember 23, 2021011564

Trader Joe’s has a reputation for unique, healthy and tasty foods and every once in a while they add a Latin-inspired item that piques our interest. With more than 500 locations across the U.S., it’s likely you’ve at least seen...

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10 Latin American Dishes You Can Learn to Make on TikTok

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 30, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 30, 202107837

We’ve all seen those viral TikTok recipes at some point, and while some may roll their eyes at the thought of making a recipe that’s been condensed down to three social media minutes, there are actually some really awesome recipes...

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10 of the Most Nutritious Foods Used in Latin American Cooking

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonApril 23, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonApril 23, 202108036

Several years ago, I actually started paying attention to the foods that I was eating, prioritizing nutritional value and making an effort to learn about the benefits specific foods can offer the body. I’m not a health nut by any...

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Tortillas and Other Latinx Food Staples that Are Easy to Make en Casa

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiSeptember 29, 2020September 30, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiSeptember 29, 2020September 30, 202004739

We are eating from home now more than ever. Not only is it necessary during coronavirus, but it also allows us to eat healthier and save money. It’s no surprise, then, that people are looking for new things to make...

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13 Latin Cooking Channels on YouTube that Will Teach You Como Cocinar

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiSeptember 18, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiSeptember 18, 2020024093

There’s nothing like Latin food to make us feel nourished, nostalgic, and well taken care of. It’s the same food our grandmothers and mothers made that we hope to come close to mastering. Food is not only a part of...

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22 Natural Ingredients Latinxs Love That Are Good For You

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiOctober 18, 2019July 26, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiOctober 18, 2019July 26, 202004447

We love Latinx food because it’s part of our culture, feels and tastes like home, and is simply delicious. We often forget that it is made up of so many healthy ingredients! There’s a reason why those traditional recipes have survived...

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15 Memorial Day Dishes to Bring to Any Fiesta

Irina GonzalezMay 24, 2018October 7, 2020

by Irina GonzalezMay 24, 2018October 7, 202004470

Memorial Day is the official start of summer—meaning the official start of grilling season. And with grilling season comes outdoor parties and plenty of fiestas, which is pretty much something that many of us look forward to during the cold winter...

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This Argentinean Fried Beef Empanadas Recipe Will Change Your Life

HipLatina KitchenMarch 30, 2018October 23, 2020

by HipLatina KitchenMarch 30, 2018October 23, 202001545

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Odd Couples: 5 Weird Food Pairings That Shouldn’t Be Delicious But Are!

HipLatina KitchenMarch 19, 2018October 22, 2020

by HipLatina KitchenMarch 19, 2018October 22, 202001935

Some foods were simply made to be together, like PB&J, chips and salsa, burgers and fries… these are classic food pairings that we know and love. But every once in a while, two ingredients that have no business belonging in the same dish...