By Raven N. Garza AUSTIN, Tx.—It’s exciting to think about owning your own business someday. By creating a company that’s uniquely yours, you can dedicate your time towards work that you’re passionate about while surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision. Elena Flores, Founder of Sew Bonita, did just that by turning her…
By Laura Donnelly AUSTIN, Tx.—Actor Raúl Castillo is best known for his roles in “We the Animals,” “Atypical,” “Looking” and “Vida.” Before he was seen on the big screen, he grew up in the Rio Grande Valley in the city of McAllen, located in South Texas. In the below interview, Castillo discusses his upbringing, culture…
By Jackie Ibarra The following is a transcription of Latinitas Magazine’s latest audio story “Raspas, Raspas.” Volunteer writer Jackie Ibarra gives a rundown of the history of raspas, a timeless Latin treat. You can listen to the audio story on SoundCloud! Jackie: Raspas, raspas, come get your raspas! Ah, there’s nothing better than hearing the…
By Carlota Vásquez Dear Moon, There is a myth that comes from the Arhuaco indigenous people, the natives of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, and so it goes: when the world was created, all its inhabitants, including the Arhuaco tribe, lived in pitch-black darkness. Then one day, one of their women gave birth to…
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