Hispanic American History
Ever wonder how Latin America came to be? What is the history behind Hispanics in The United States of America as well as countries in Latin America? Why do Latin American´s see such a difference amon
Carnival, Mardi Gras and Hispanic Culture 
Are the origins of Carnival and Mardi Gras? Are they Hispanic or French in heritage? Well, the answer might surprise you. It is a little bit of both and a little bit of neither. Celebrate El Dia De Los Muertos! (Recipes Included)
To Celebrate La Dia De Los Muertos, we need to start with an understanding and appreciation as to how this will benefit our lives, both of those who are rediscovering our roots Chocolate! How Liquid Gold Moved the World 
The initial discovery and recognition of the importance of Chocolate is often attributed to Hernan Cortez. Yet in 1502 Christopher Columbus, or Colon, on his fourth and final voyage to the Caribbean, reached the island of Guanaja off the coast of Honduras. History says that he was greeted by Aztecs who offered him sacks full of almond shaped pods in exchange for items they desired. When he did not immediately understand the offering they were giving in exchange, the Aztecan explained to him that Dia De La Virgen Guadalupe
On December 12th, El Dia De La Virgen Guadalupe is celebrated through out Mexico and all of Latin America. The celebration and devotion of Hispanics to La Virgen Guadalupe, especially amongst the Mexican community, has spread El Chihuahua Es un perro, not a dog
I happened upon the information that Chihuahua's are actually a Hispanic pooch.You would not believe the wealth of information hidden behind the cute Famous Hispanic Women
Famous Hispanic Women have always existed both in Latin American countries as well as Spain. Many people tell the stories of the famous Hispanic men who have made impacts on the world as we know it... Feminism Is a Gift of Our First Nations Sisters
Feminism at its roots is a gift from our First Nations Sisters. Little known to many of the women promoting it today was actually not an ideal born of their own but a gift that was given to very special women who started the movement..... Halloween Compared to El Dia De Los Muertos
Halloween is not the ancient ritual celebrated by the ancient peoples of south and Central America. That is Dia De Los Muetros or The Day of The Dead. Hispanic Gardening
Hispanics and Gardening are a marriage of time and history. With the first days of summer upon us, we find ourselves dreaming of gardening or at the very least enjoying the wonderful effects of gardening all around us. Many are the days we spend strolling in gardens and enjoying... Hispanics in American Wars
According to the U.S. Army records, Hispanics have been fighting in every war since the revolutionary war with both honor and pride. To learn more read on... Latin American UNESCO Sites
UNESCO? What does that stand for you ask? And what does Hispanic Culture have to do with that? A lot! Stay with me as I reveal some of the worlds most treasured and historic areas, revered and protected, hailed and celebrated through the acknowledgement of being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. October is Hispanic Heritage Month
The month of October is Hispanic Heritage Month. Through out the United States, Hispanics are celebrating their Hispanic Heritage during this month set aside to recognize and celebrate Quinceañeras part 2
There are many places on the web where one might find out what the traditions of the Quiceañera celebration are as well as the gifts that are commonly given. In this article, I am going to cover the history of the Quiceañera as well as the meanings behind the celebration. Traditions of Quinceañeras Part 2
The traditions of Quinceañeras may vary from family to family and from region to region but for the most part the core of the traditions are the same. Continued
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