Ventanitas: The Cafecito Windows of Culture
Around 2 pm on an average workday in Miami, an announcement is made: “Who wants cafe Cubano?” That means someone’s running out to pick up the “cortadito,” or cuban coffee in a small to-go cup, with mini plastic cups, to nourish the office. But where does this standard afternoon “pick me up” come from? The […]
Celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day with Frida Kahlo Tequila
As Saint Patrick’s Day approaches, many are gearing up to celebrate with green beer and Irish whiskey. However, for those looking to add a splash of creativity and cultural flair to their festivities, why not consider raising a glass of Frida Kahlo tequila? This unique high-end tequila pays homage to Kahlo, the iconic Mexican artist […]
Was the Real Zorro Irish?
Throughout history, swashbuckling heroes have emerged from the shadows. Their exploits are made up of daring escapades and justice served. One of the best known swashbucklers is the legendary Zorro, — the masked avenger who fought for the oppressed and served as an inspiration for Batman. But there’s a debate about his origin story. “Zorro […]
How Gwen Ifill Became a Journalism Powerhouse and Inspired a Generation
Gwen Ifill, Co-anchor of PBS NewsHour’s 2012 political coverage, listens to a response from New York Times columnist David Brooks as they do a dress rehearsal on Sunday afternoon in advance of the opening of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. The opening official convention has been delayed until Tuesday due to the presence of Tropical Storm Isaac in the Gulf of Mexico off Florida’s west coast. Photo by Tom Kennedy/PBSNewsHour.
Celebrating Frida Kahlo on International Women’s Day: 5 Inspirational Quotes
La vida de Frida Kahlol estuvo marcada por el infortunio de sufrir un grave accidente de autobús en su juventud que la mantuvo postrada en cama durante largos periodos, llegando a someterse hasta a 32 operaciones quirúrgicas.3 Llevó una vida poco convenciona.
The Day JLo’s Dress Inspired Google
In February 2000, during the Grammy Awards, Singer Jennifer Lopez, aka JLo, graced the red carpet wearing a jaw-dropping green Versace jungle print dress. The gown, which hugged her curves, revealed a daring neckline that left everyone in awe. Little did anyone know that this fashion moment would go far beyond the Grammys. This is the […]
Frida’s Little Golden Book: A Literary Gem for Children
Frida Kahlo made history as the first 20th-century artist to have her work acquired by The Louvre museum in France. And her childhood home in Mexico City, known as the Casa Azul, welcomes over 500,000 visitors annually. Yet perhaps Kahlo’s most extraordinary achievement is her inclusion in the new biography collection for young readers. Her […]
Orestes “Minnie” Miñoso: The Cuban Comet’s Lasting Legacy
In the heart of Chicago’s South Side, an elementary school stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration, now bearing the name of a true legend. That legend? Orestes “Minnie” Miñoso, a baseball icon, and a hometown hero whose legacy transcends the diamond. “The late Chicago baseball legend Minnie Miñoso was also known as ‘Mr. […]
Activist Litigator Files Lawsuit on the National Museum of the American Latino
In his ongoing saga of dismantling race-conscious decisions in the United States, Conservative Activist Edward Blum has launched a new attack. This time he’s targeting the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino. Blum’s group, the American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER), filed a new lawsuit in U.S. District Court in D.C., to halt the […]
The Art of the Brick: A LEGO Tribute to Frida Kahlo
For over a decade, “The Art of the Brick” exhibit has wowed thousands with its awe-inspiring displays of museum-quality art, crafted entirely from LEGO bricks. And, right now, a piece inspired by renowned Mexican artist, and feminist icon, Frida Kahlo, is included in the exhibit. In a first, “The Art of the Brick” Artist Nathan […]
Iztaccíhuatl & Popocatépetl: A Tale of Eternal Love
In Mexican popular art and Chicano culture, the ancient tale of Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl is seen everywhere. She’s a helpless maiden in a white dress, looked over by a muscular indigenous man. “It is an image found on calendars, tattoos, t-shirts, velvet paintings and in artwork associated with the lowrider community,” the site Mexico Unexplained […]
Beyond Football: Colombian Avocados Score Big
One of the country’s most anticipated sporting events has come and gone: the Super Bowl. And, contrary to what many believe, the big day was not just about football, or the Usher halftime show, or those $7 million-for-30-seconds commercials. Super Bowl LVIII marked a big day for another star, Colombian avocados. Hungry football fans at […]