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How To Make Savory Picadillo Empanadas Using Sargento® Cheese

Annie LealOctober 25, 2022October 25, 2022

by Annie LealOctober 25, 2022October 25, 20220285268

For Latinxs, food embodies the flavors, vibrancy, and richness of our culture. The same goes for Ariana Ruiz in her kitchen. This Latina mom and all-star chef to her family, honors her heritage by cooking her abuelita’s recipes with a...

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The Indigenous History of Ceviche + Ceviche Recipes for Summer

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJune 28, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJune 28, 202207150

Ceviche is a ubiquitous seafood dish throughout Latin America that originated in pre-colonial Peru. A lot of us grew up eating it at least occasionally, especially those of us who have family members from a coastal town in our countries...

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Healthy Latin American Meals You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 25, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 25, 202208278

First, we want to remind you that eating healthier absolutely in no way, means that you have to give up your favorite cultural foods. So many Latin American dishes are brimming with nutrients that will fuel and strengthen your body....

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10 Traditional and Easy to Make Bean Recipes from Latin America

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 6, 2022January 6, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 6, 2022January 6, 202208540

It turns out January 6 is National Bean Day and growing up Latinx, we can totally get behind a day that celebrates a staple in our food growing up. For so many of us, beans are a comfort food. Many...

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All About Coquito + 4 Coquito Recipes Including a Non-Alcoholic Version

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonDecember 21, 2021December 21, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonDecember 21, 2021December 21, 202105307

As the winter holidays approach and we celebrate, get this…National Coquito Day, on December 21, we wanted to not only share a few recipes for the traditional Puerto Rican holiday cocktail, but also to offer up a bit of its...

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How to Veganize Your Favorite Latin Recipes for Holidays

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonNovember 23, 2021December 15, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonNovember 23, 2021December 15, 202105330

An essential part of the holidays is the FOOD and in our community we go all out and enjoy delicious home-cooked meals we don’t usually get to enjoy at any other time. If you’re Latinx and you’ve gone vegan though,...

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10 Delicious Treats to Make for Your Dia De Los Muertos Get Together

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonOctober 22, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonOctober 22, 2021032208

Planning a little get together for Dia de los Muertos this year? If so, we have some fantastic ideas for beautiful treats and tasty beverages that will serve double duty as refreshments and decorations at your Dia de los Muertos...

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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, 20210261306

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...

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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 Refreshing Summer Cocktails with Latin American Ingredients Perfect for July 4

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 2, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJuly 2, 20210121970

No one parties like Latinx people do and as such an integral part of the American fabric, we take the 4th of July as a time not just to celebrate the birth of a nation, but as a time to...

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10 Cocktails from Latin-American Countries to Serve This Memorial Day

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMay 31, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMay 31, 202105265

With Memorial Day weekend just a few days away, our mouths are literally watering at the thought of grilling out and sipping on some fruity and refreshing cocktails. The start of summer is almost here and we are so ready...

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The Easiest, Healthy-ish Margarita You’ll Ever Make

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMay 4, 2021May 4, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMay 4, 2021May 4, 202106183

There’s just nothing like an ice-cold margarita. Confession: when I was pregnant with my first child one of the only things I craved was tequila (I know…the shame)—towards the end of my pregnancy, I wanted a margarita so bad I...