Latin America shares a common history based on European colonization, slavery and immigration of indigenous people – whose ancestors migrated to the area thousands of years ago and went on to form such ancient civilizations as the Aztec, the Maya and the Inca. The combination of these rich cultures with the colonial influence and the […]

Piñata: A decorated container filled with candy and toys is suspended in the air to be broken by blindfolded kids with sticks. Piñata’s are used as part of Christmas and birthday celebrations in certain Latin-American countries. Find out how you can make your own piñata right here! Quinceañera: The Quinceañera is the Latina coming-of- age celebration on a girl’s 15th birthday. The word “quinceañera” comes from […]