My Grandma Rivas or Mamaw as we called her is one of the most influential women in my lifetime. She wasn’t a huge cook but every so often, when the occasion called for it, she whipped up tamales with her sisters, a special stuffing recipe and a delicious recipe for Spanish Rice. In between those …
My baby sister recently moved into her first apartment! As an experienced apartment dweller, I checked out every single option, roommate, lease and reviewed for all of the potentially unexpected issues that come with renting. It was actually a fun process when it wasn’t me trying to find a spot for myself! While she was …
The holidays can be a tough time for people with food allergies and restrictions. I’ll be the first one to admit that I’ve overindulged a little more than I should have this season with symptoms of it still lingering around. I can avoid the mashed potatoes and fresh bread (sometimes) but the hardest part of …
I have a love/hate relationship with Cinco de Mayo. I love that it’s a day where we get to celebrate Mexican culture in the mainstream, but I hate the fact that it’s often a day to perpetuate negative stereotypes and make fun of the culture I hold so dearly. So while you’re sharing these delicious …
Summer is officially here in Chicago! Which means I put on a bikini for the first time in a full year and between us, I was not feeling super confident. Even though I’m only sporting it at the dog beach and my dog couldn’t care less what I look like and only how far I …
A couple of weeks ago I started a new job. New places mean all sorts of new perks and one of the major bonuses to this new place are free bagels every Monday. Not just any bagels from the fridge section. I’m talking about freshly made Panera Bakery bagels in every flavor with every kind of …
I’m having a difficult time grasping the fact that the weather is changing here in Chicago (Still trying to block out all memories of the Polar Vortex last year), but alas, the leaves are changing and it’s time to bundle up. I may be the only one in their 20’s who despises pumpkin spice lattes, …
It’s time for another giveaway! If you haven’t already heard of America’s Sweetest Race (see previous post) the Hot Chocolate 15/5K race is coming to Chicago in just a few weeks! And I’ve got the golden ticket!! If you love running, love chocolate or love both, this is the perfect way to welcome Fall and …
To start things off, I want to say felicidades to the two lucky readers who won $50 Walmart gift cards! Thank you to everyone who tweeted and commented for a chance to win! Also, a big thank you to Walmart and #WMTfresh for the opportunity to host a giveaway. Who doesn’t love gratis, no? I …
Labor Day weekend is almost upon us and summer is coming to an end. If you follow @LatinaHealthy on Instagram, you’ll see a few of my latest healthy recipe creations, including this amazing Kale and Broccoli Salad with steak, avocado and Annie’s Organic Green Garlic salad dressing! There are few things I love more than …
