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Bad Bunny on stage
2022 Saw Bad Bunny's Success Skyrocket – So Where's His Grammy?

Bad Bunny enjoyed unparalleled success in the year of 2022. So why did he walk away empty-handed from that year's Grammys?

central american coffee
Tracing origins: How did coffee arrive in Central America?

Today, Central America is a coffee powerhouse, responsible for producing some of the world’s best organic coffees. But how did it get there in the first place?

Karol G with blue hair smiling on stage
The Top Latinos and Latinas to Watch in 2023
Latin America continues to produce some of the world’s most exciting talents. These are the ones to keep an eye on over the next year.
A coffee truck on the side of the road at nighttime with 3 people stood drinking coffee
How Is Organic Decaf Coffee Made?

Swiss Water has transformed perceptions around decaf coffee. But how does it work?

A Latino family with 3 children sit by a park in the US
For Latinos the American Dream is About Family
The concept of "going it alone" is at odds with our identities and cultural heritages.
Puerto Rican rapper, Resident, holding a Latin Grammy Award in each hand
The Rise of Residente: A Force for Latino Empowerment
The Puerto Rican rapper Residente has sought to empower Latinos by combining his musical talent with his strong sense of social injustice.
café cubano in a moka pot
How to Prepare an Authentic Cuban Coffee (Café Cubano)

The ultimate guide to making Cuba’s most iconic drink.

decaf coffee beans
Is Decaf Coffee a Diuretic?

We all know that drinking coffee makes us need to use the bathroom. But do the same rules apply for decaffeinated coffee?

four licuachelas with different color rims on a wooden table
Licuachela: Mexico City’s Viral Drink Born on the Streets

The sweet twist on the michelada is setting social media alight.

real academia española en madrid, spain
Real Academia Española is powerful – but it will never control the language spoken by Latinos

Many Latinos believe RAE is an antiquated institution that is trying to hold back the natural evolution of the Spanish language.

Café con leche made with organic coffee beans
The Difference Between Café con Leche and Cortado

Clearing up confusion around two of the world’s favorite coffees.

a male vendor at a vegetable stall in Nicoya chatting amiably with a centenarian Nicoyan lady
Nicoya Peninsula: Costa Rica’s Blue Zone Where Centenarians Are the Norm

Individuals in the Costa Rican region of Nicoya are living past the age of 100, and the average life span is 85, beating that of The United States by 8 whole years! So, what’s their secret?

7 young boys dressed in mariachi clothes and playing outside an old building in Mexico
Music to My Ears: The Origins of Mariachi in Mexico

Characterized by a distinctive grito, mariachi is the ultimate melodic expression of heartache and happiness.

Mexicans dress up for a fiesta in the street
Why the Terms Hispanic and Latino Should Not Be Mixed
While each person is free to identify themselves in their own way, understanding the roots of these terms is fundamental.
How to eat chia seeds, a true Latino superfood 
How to eat chia seeds, a true Latino superfood 
Chia seeds have recently joined avocados in the “superfood” category. But Latinos have appreciated their powers for centuries.
specialty-grade coffee
What is specialty-grade coffee?
Breaking down the key differences between specialty-grade and commodity-grade coffees.
A man preparing a traditional café chorreado using a wooden frame in Costa Rica
Café Chorreado: Costa Rica's Pour-over Coffee
Behind Costa Rica’s rich coffee culture is a brewing method that unlocks all the incredible flavors of coffee without the need for expensive gadgets.
Guillermo del Toro, Mexican film director, on the set of Pacific Rim
Guillermo del Toro: The Hollywood Director Inspiring Latinos Worldwide
In his long and glittering career, the award-winning titan of cinema has deservedly received praise both on and off the screen.
A valley in the Cordillera de Talamanca
The Most Important Natural Link on Earth: Costa Rica's Biodiversity
Connecting north and south, Costa Rica acts as the most important natural link on Earth.
A chef adds the finishing garnish to a plate of tacos.
4 Names You Need to Know: Celebrating Some of the Best Central American Chefs in the US

Latino chefs are bringing innovation and creativity to the US culinary scene, helping to shape its future for the better.

Martin Mayorga with a team of coffee farmers, both men and women, on a farm in Latin America
Coffee's Untapped Resource: Why We Need More Latinos in the Coffee Industry
Latino visibility in coffee’s decision-making roles is still low. But a handful of Latino-owned coffee companies are shifting the power dynamics.