Culture/ Cultura

Almas Oilcloth & Chucherias is a Mexican Artesian shop located in Healdsburg, California. They carry crafty fabrics, imports and novelty items inspired by the beauty & traditions of Mexico. Shop online at  www.almasoilclothandchucherias.com 

It's graduation time and Etsy sellers are here to help make your graduate show pride in their roots. Check out Etsy seller Lise Andres shop called Diversepride. Her large range of graduation stoles made with any country flag of your choice is sure to make your graduate stand out on that special day. Shop online now at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Diversepride?ref=l2-about-shopname

Herencia Clothing Collection has the styles that show your beauty while also showing off your culture in a variety of trendy fashionable items from dresses to jewelry. They specialize in items that represent your town, from Jalisco to Durango, wherever you are from, you can proudly represent your puebla. Customize your own button down shirt with your last name. Herencia is one of Instagram's hottest stores! 

Follow them on Instagram for online ordering https://www.instagram.com/herenciaclothing/

Visit their website at https://herenciaclothing.com/

Latino Foodie Features- Grandmas Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding) Recipe that will be a hit for your Easter gathering. This dish traditionally is eaten on Good Friday or during lent but can be enjoyed anytime.  

The ingredients used today are much like those used during the 1600s to use up leftover stale bread and hold a religious symbolism for Catholics as they represent the Passion of Christ as he suffered on Good Friday. The bread is said to represent the Body of Christ. The  syrup is his blood. The cloves represent the nails of the cross, and the whole cinnamon sticks are the wood of the cross. The  Holy Shroud is represented by the melted cheese.

Grab your tissue and cobija and plan to not answer any phone calls all day as Netflix has added (late Mexican corrido singer) Jenni Riveras telenovela "Mariposa de Barrio"  to its streaming network. The 91 episode series, based off the singers book "Unbreakable", is a look into the life of Jenni Rivera. The drama series keeps you hooked by watching Jenni struggle with a teen pregnancy, a toxic abusive relationship, sexual abuse, rape, family trials, infidelity and stardom. 

Watch on Netflix. 

https://www.netflix.com/title/80216376

Chicas bonitas, wear the perfect accessories to highlight your beauty with any of Morena & Proud's large selection of jewelry. Their tri-colored medallions with the virgen de Guadalupe detailed with precision and shine will look glamorous with any pair of earrings. Looking for a gift for your partner? Check out their heart shaped rings and bracelets for Valentine's Day gifts. 

Follow them on Instagram and shop @morenanproud or visit their website at https://www.morenaandproud.com/

Cheech Marin has received the green light from Riverside, CA's city council. A proposed plan was approved for The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art, Culture, & Industry adding a planned renovation to the former city library which will house the centers works of art. They've also agreed to provide $1 million in annual funding to cover operating costs under a 25-year contract. This is a monumental moment for Cheech Marin met by 3 council members disapproval of the project.  Cheech has gathered over 700 pieces of art through the years. 

February is normally peak time for the flu season and this year we are dealing with an ongoing Coronavirus in the air. Caldo de res (beef soup) has been a Mexican "cure all" for getting through seasonal illness or hangovers for centuries. It's nutrients from the bone marrow , cabbage, chayote, corn, carrots, calabacitas, potato, onion, garlic, cilantro and additional vegetables of your choice, is sure to heal the soul and put the family to sleep after eating a bowl. My abuela used to say that caldo had magical powers that will take all my sickness away. 40 years later, this soup has helped get through the roughest days of an illness.

 Mexican Caldo de Res (Cosido)| Beef Soup  

Ingredients 5 Liter of Water (20 cups of water or 1 1/2 Gallons) 4-6 Pounds of Beef Soup Bones- Hueso de Res 6 Pounds Beef Chuck Roast- Trozo De Diezmillo de Res 3 Tbs Salt ( Start with 2 Tbs and adjust to taste)  1 Whole Garlic 2-3 Green Onions  3-4 Potatoes 3-4 Carrots 3 Small zucchinis  2 Whole Corns 1-2 Chayotes 1/2 Cabbage   

Optional : Lime or Lemon

20-15 Green Beans 

1 Anaheim Pepper

 Corn Tortilla , White or Mexican rice 

Chiltepin- Pepper Flakes  

 *Please adjust water measurement to your pot *If you want a stronger flavored broth, cook your bones for 2 Hrs before adding beef