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How to Prepare an Authentic Cuban Coffee (Café Cubano)

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

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 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

Chia seeds have recently joined avocados in the “superfood” category. But Latinos have appreciated their powers for centuries.

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.

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.

A woman looking at high quality coffee beans through a magnifying glass

Does Coffee Contain Toxins?

A food safety expert discusses the relationship between mold, mycotoxins, and the coffee in your kitchen cupboard.

woman hygienic clothing lugging a crate of Mayorga coffee beans

Must-Try: 11 Essential Latino Food Brands

Sure, you’ve heard of Coca-Cola, but have you ever tried a refreshing Jarrito?

What Is Picadillo? Exploring the Mouthwatering Latino Dish

There are (almost) as many variations of this traditional dish as there are cocineros in Latin America.

Gina Rodriguez kissing her Golden Globe award

The Iconic Latino Actors Changing the Face of Hollywood

Their phenomenal success is making the movie industry rethink its entire approach to immigrant and minority ethnic actors.

A volcano at sunrise, peeking through the clouds and emitting a puff of smoke

5 Most Spectacular Volcanoes to Visit in Central America

Home to over 70 active volcanoes, Central America is the ideal destination for those looking to get a closer look at these ancient powerhouses.

Chef at Crepes & Waffles, in white overalls, making a giant crepe in an open kitchen

From Garage to Culinary Icon: How Crepes & Waffles Became Colombia's Beloved Food Chain

When I tell foreigners that I'm going to take them to the most Colombian restaurant in the country, they're always surprised to discover it's Crepes & Waffles.

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