Keeping Cool with the Cool Guys: Cucumber Recipes
Appetizers, Featured Stories, Recipes
Who said cucumbers are lame and boring? Cucumbers are cool vegetables and not because they actually keep you cool and hydrated. They are literally cool! Cucumbers should be given a special, honorable, place in the green aisle. They are simply…
The J-Lo Paradox: 15 Reasons Why this Icon Makes Us Say ‘Huh?’
Entertainment, Featured Stories, Life
In case you’ve been living under a rock, Jennifer Lopez is beyond a mega star. From hit chick flicks to her latest album, A.K.A., dropped on June 17 of this year, she’s on top of the world right now. That said, she’s not without controversy…
10 U.S. Cities that are Steeped with Latin Culture
Featured Stories, Money, Traveling
The Latino population continues to grow in the United States and with it Hispanic culture has put its stamp on cities across the country. According to Pew Research, the Hispanic population in America is six times larger today than in 1970.…
15 Ways to Make Your Family Tougher
Family Health, Featured Stories, Health
Ever heard the words tough love? For our purposes here, let’s define it as a way to make sure our families are thick-skinned and resilient enough to not only survive, but also thrive in today’s world. And building a strong family bond…
15 Ways Your Latina Daughter Can Avoid the Teen Pregnancy Trap
Featured Stories, Health, Parenting
As any parent knows there is a LOT to worry about when it comes to raising your kids. Everything from sleep training and potty training to dealing with bullies and boyfriends, kids take a lot of work from the second they enter this world.…
13 Reasons Why Papayas are the “It” Tropical Vitamin
Diet & Nutrition, Featured Stories, Health
In a world where the foods that taste delicious (candy, french fries, wine and pretty much anything in the carb family) are often bad for our health, it seems like a miracle to discover a tasty treat that is also—gasp—good for us. But…
10 Latina Celebs Who Properly Rock a Blonde ‘Do
Beauty, Featured Stories, Style
When you picture Latinas, you instantly imagine sultry brunettes, right? Well, most people do, anyway. For many, a blonde Latina doesn’t spring to mind. Well, we’re all about defying stereotypes and showing the world that Latinas are beautifully…
8 Ways to Take the Sin Out of S'mores
Diet & Nutrition, Featured Stories, Health
National S’mores Day is August 10, and you know we’re getting excited about this classically awesome treat. Though we recognize that the original recipe isn’t so friendly for the waistline, so we’ve found some new ways to enjoy this…
12 Reasons Why Shark Week is Better than Sex
Entertainment, Featured Stories, Life
Cue the Jaws theme because Shark Week starts August 10 on the Discovery Channel. This thrilling series is one of the most highly awaited weeks in television and it has been for over a quarter of a century! According to Forbes, “This year…