I was truly honored to be selected to attend this event. It was quite the surreal experience and one I will never forget. The experience really opened my eyes to the power of the Latino voice. We will soon be the majority and not the minority. The White House is taking notice of our growth and our voice. Being in the White House made me realize that there are so many more things our community can accomplish as well as inspire other Latinos.

Over 75 people from across the country attended the invitation-only event at the White House to discuss a diverse range of issues important to the Latino community such as immigration policy, jobs, education, and health.

Continue reading: Influential Latinas in the White House

Memorial Day, is a day set aside where we honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. So how do we honor them? Cities and towns, large and small, across the United States, host a variety of events on this day such as parades and handing out of miniature U.S. flags. Sometimes family members decorate the graves of former family service-members with flowers and flags, in memory of their service, commitment, and dedication. Sometimes members of the military and veteran organizations are invited to take part in these events. So if you have a flag remember to fly it proudly on this day in honor of all the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Continue reading: A Green Chile and Avocado-Mayo Burger on Memorial Day

This simple recipe is similar to Rick Bayless’ “Mexican Kitchen”. It only needs three basic ingredients. Serve with tortilla chips as an appetizer or spoon this smoky, citrusy salsa over your favorite tacos or quesadillas.

Continue reading: Roasted Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa

Dia de las Madres, Mother’s Day is a day centered on mama. In most countries Mother’s Day is spent giving her the royal treatment. In Spain Mother’s Day is celebrated the first Sunday in May. In Mexico it’s always celebrated on May 10 and it doesn’t matter what day of the week it is. In the United States we celebrate Mother’s Day the second Sunday in May and this year it falls on Sunday, May 13.

Continue reading: Dia de Las Madres + Piña Colada

Continue reading: Tacos al Pastor with Roasted Pineapple Salsa (Grilled Pork Tacos)

Continue reading: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta + Some GREAT News

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Hottie Latino Chef Aarón Sánchez, star of Food Network’s “Chopped” and “Heat Seekers” has teamed up with Sierra Mist Natural, to launch “Comer Juntos: Una Tradicion Natural,” a program that encourages families to gather around the dinner table to share fun times over delicious Latin-inspired food and drinks. And we say, “Bravo Aaron!” for creating some simple mouth-watering dishes for families to enjoy – as a family.

Continue reading: Slow Cooked Roasted Chipotle Chicken by Chef Aarón Sánchez + Giveaway

We are huge fans of SAVEUR and have always wanted to be featured somehow, but honestly never imagined it would be on this grand of a scale. Each of the nominated blogs is a beautiful blog in their own right and to be mentioned amongst them, is a big honor for us. The biggest surprise is that we were nominated in two different categories (pinching ourselves in disbelief).

Continue reading: Muy Bueno is a Finalist on SAVEUR’s Best Food Blog Awards!

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