Hispanic Culture

Articles in Hispanic Culture

By AngelBean 4 comments
Did you just find a good job out of state and now need help to move? Getting money for moving expenses is easy if you know the right agency to tap... more »
By airesflora 4 comments
Panama pies are a Latin variation to the classic American meat pie, but it has a kick to it. I use pre-made pie dough and cut it down to keep it easy. This recipe is spicy and hot, but incredible on a cold winter's day... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
Mexican border towns are growing at an alarming rate. Deportations have brought a new dynamic to the American Latino family. Many of us are now living a dual life, residing with our deported spouse in Mexico and crossing the border each day to ... more »
By missforty 2 comments
Would you like to feel more comfortable ordering food in Spanish or communicating basic needs in a restaurant in the Spanish language? Learning a few phrases and then practicing them each time you visit a restaurant will help you to learn a new ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 0 comments
When a Hispanic girl celebrates her Quinceañera, she is making her first step from being a little girl to being a woman. The young lady celebrating her Quinceañera needs a special dress for the church service and for the party that follows. ... more »
By AngelBean 1 comments
Talking trash is as much a part of the game of spades as putting players out of the game is a part of Monopoly. The thing is you have to know when to be creative and when to be downright vulgar. Here are some tips to help you distinguish the ... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
Mexican majolica, known as Talavera is an artform used to create pottery. The creativity and imagination behind the designs have fascinated people for years. The colors are exquisite, many in jeweled tones that capture the eye. Talavera is a ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 0 comments
A Quinceañero (spelled with an "o") is a party celebrating the fact that a boy is turning into a man. Hispanic girls have long celebrated their 15th birthday in this way. So, why not allow the boys to share in this Hispanic tradition? ... more »
By NYLady 0 comments
New York is the epicenter of this country’s melting pot, so it only makes sense that the city offers at least 25 ethnic museums and cultural centers that can be visited by the public. They permit visitors to explore the past, discover something ... more »
By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor 0 comments
Many different cultural traditions are encompassed by the people of the United States, and Latin Americans are no exception. Hispanics have played an important role in American history, from early exploration to modern arts and sciences. National ... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
So your loved one has been detained for deportation and you have no idea what to do or where to begin. When you visit your loved one as they await their deportation hearings you will feel an overwhelming sense of frustration, humility, and a ... more »
By expertelement 0 comments
When drinking Tequila most people lick salt, drink the tequila, then suck a lemon. I learned how to drink Tequila the right way at a Tequila distillery in Mexico. Follow these steps to drink Tequila the right way, or in case there is no salt ... more »
By Anthony Delgado 2 comments
Lear how to make a delicious Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream from authentic Mexican chocolate. Makes 1 quart (8 servings)... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
In this time of Immigration raids by ICE agents across the U.S., many U.S. citizens and families of immigrants are left to grieve the loss of loved ones deported to countries far away. Left behind, families are left to pick up the pieces and try ... more »
By Denise Alvarado 0 comments
Día de los Muertos is a holiday rooted in the ancient past of Mesoamerica. My ancestors were in awe of the eternal cycle of life and death and believed in the need for sacrifice to assure the continuation of life. The Aztecs of past honored ... more »
By lacollado 0 comments
There are many ways of making this delicious Euro-carribean treat. Here, you will learn how to make Arroz con Leche -Dominican style... more »
By Bretton Rodriguez 0 comments
Often overlooked in favor of its flashier neighbors--Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, and Cusco--Santiago has a flair and style all its own. So, after a day of wandering the outdoor markets of Pueblito los Domincos, climbing San Cristobel hill, ... more »
By djprietoblack 1 comments
The following recipe will serve 4 people (but remember this is 'generous' Dominican portions...which probably means it will serve at least 6 in most other places!!) and it can be cooked in approximately one and half hours. ..... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
The Salvadoran Pupusa is something many Latinos salivate over. It is a thick tortilla usually filled with cheese and pork meat, fried and often served a tomato salsa and "curtido," which is a cabbage salad in a vinagarette. There are ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 11 comments
Playing piñata, a well-known Mexican traditon for generations, is fun for all ages at any kind of party. Kids love it because they get to try to hit something and there's candy involved. What could be better? There are few formal rules, but ... more »
By jamesbankston 0 comments
In the middle of downtown San Antonio, across the street from the old county jail in fact, is the home of early Texas statesman Jose Antonio Navarro. Unfortunately, because it lacks the flash or resources of more famous tourist attractions, it ... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
With the sudden influx of Immigration Raids, and kidnappings, not to mention the abuse cycles towards children and women, it is important to know that you could become a victim to Stockholm Syndrome. Many abuse survivors today sufffer from the ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 0 comments
Called Day of the Dead in English, Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday with a complex history and it'soften celebrated differently in various regions. However, there are some standard traditions and practices associated with Dia de los ... more »
By airesflora 0 comments
So you've married a man filled with pride in his machismo. He's told you he expects his meals hot on the table, home-made, and ready for him when he gets home, even though you work too. Other than his machismo, he's a keeper and you want to know ... more »
By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor 0 comments
The nativity scene (El Nacimiento in Spanish) is the most important part of the Christmas decorations displayed in most Mexican homes... more »