My name is Raquel and I’m from the south side of Chicago. I am Afro-Latina. I am a very proud Afro-Latina! Some may ask why do you choose to label yourself? What does it mean to be an Afro-Latina? Who do you think you are? I’ll get to the last question shortly, but let’s discuss what it […]
Ask Pura: Online Investing
Pura Rivera dabbles on the side as her own personal online investor and The Latino Connection Magazine has decided to ask our in-house financial hobbyist some questions as to how she got started. TLC: Hey Pura, Can you give us a little background on what made you decide to invest online? What kind of financial […]
Dress For Success: Rising to the Needs of the Community through The Spanish Translation Project
By Krystina Shultz Since opening the doors of its first boutique in Harrisburg, Dress for Success South Central PA has been an organization focused on meeting the needs of the community. Growing from a tiny single boutique in Harrisburg, this organization now effectively serves all of South Central PA. With boutiques in Harrisburg, Lebanon and […]
Coquito Masters Basic Coquito Recipe
Coquito Masters Basic Coquito Recipe Basic Recipe (Blender version) 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1 can of evaporated milk 1 can Coco Lopez 1 can coconut cream 1/2 t nutmeg, cinnamon 1/2 T vanilla extract Pinch of salt 1 cup or more of rum to your taste. Add last! Blend all ingredients in a […]
Calabacitas Con Queso
Calabacitas Con Queso Aarón Sánchez for Simple Food, Big Flavor Serves 4 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, very finely chopped 1 pound zucchini, cut into large dice 1 large tomato, cored, seeded and diced 1 scallion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon Cilantro-Cotija Pesto ½ cup crumbled queso blanco (preferable Cacique) Freshly […]