Latino food Archives

The Indigenous History of Avocados in Latin America Plus Avocado-Based Recipes

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 30, 2021July 31, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 30, 2021July 31, 20210262484

National Avocado Day comes every July 31 and it makes total sense that there’s an entire day dedicated to one of the most beloved fruits that’s a regular part of our diets. Avocados are grown primarily in Latin America with...

Culture

10 Latin American Dishes You Can Learn to Make on TikTok

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 30, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 30, 202108427

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...

Culture

10 Foods From Latinx-Owned Businesses That Are Perfect for Cinco de Mayo

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMay 5, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMay 5, 2021023963

What better time is there to celebrate and support Latinx-owned businesses than on a holiday that’s largely been co-opted by other people? This Cinco de Mayo—and really every day—we’re all about putting our dollars where our mouths (and our beliefs)...

Lifestyle

26 Latin American Cookbooks & Websites That’ll Improve Your Kitchen Skills

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiJune 23, 2020June 30, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiJune 23, 2020June 30, 2020012599

Food is at the center of Latinx culture and history. It’s part of our childhood, our adult lives, and what we pass down to the next generations. It’s tradition, family, and love, wrapped up in nourishment. Our abuelitas, tias, and...

Culture

Why Chicanos Eat Tamales on Christmas

Johanna FerreiraDecember 19, 2019September 3, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraDecember 19, 2019September 3, 2020019188

Every year on Christmas Eve, they were there for us. Warm, spicy, and familiar, the smell of tamales would fill our kitchen as my grandmother opened her large, aluminum tamalera. She’d spend the days prior making trips to La Michoacana...

Lifestyle

12 Latin American Cookbooks That’ll Improve Your Skills in the Kitchen

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiSeptember 30, 2019July 28, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiSeptember 30, 2019July 28, 2020020522

Food is at the center of Latinx culture and history. It’s part of our childhood, our adult lives, and what we pass down to the next generations. It’s tradition, family, and love, wrapped up in nourishment. Our abuelitas, tias, and...

Lifestyle

15 Indigenous Foods That Have Gone Mainstream

HipLatinaMarch 6, 2019November 23, 2020

by HipLatinaMarch 6, 2019November 23, 202005594

Foodies are always looking for the next big thing in food: The newest discovery, the hidden gem, and the tastiest obscure options. Health nuts quickly jump from one superfood to the next, claiming each is the key to great health...

Lifestyle

7 Latino Friendly Treats To Bring To Friendsgiving

HipLatinaNovember 16, 2018August 26, 2020

by HipLatinaNovember 16, 2018August 26, 202008346

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and chances are you’ve already received invites to Friendsgivings parties. The great part about attending Friendsgiving is that it’s normally potluck style, which means guests can bring any dishes they want. If you want...

News and Entertainment

Goya Gets the Fashion Treatment at MIU Fashion Show in Miami

HipLatinaNovember 12, 2018August 28, 2020

by HipLatinaNovember 12, 2018August 28, 2020088275

On November 8, Latinx food and fashion converged to create a unique 13-look runway show at the Setai Hotel in Miami Beach. The event featured work from Miami International University of Art and Design students, who made garments exclusively using...