This past week, Latinitas had the true privilege of being in the presence of Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy, Elizabeth Allen. A true visionary, and inspiring woman working in the US Department of State to make a positive change in the world. Following her inspiring SXSW panel with Latina musician Gina Chavez, Latinitas was able…
By Marissa Palmer AUSTIN, Tx.—You think you know everything about your culture then something changes. And you are left wondering if you’re Latinx enough? But what does it mean to be Latinix? It’s a complicated intersection of identity, ancestry, heritage and history. This raises more questions. Are you more or less Latino if you do…
With the fall season now upon us and the holidays soon approaching, there are many delicious recipes that are a must-try in your kitchen! Tap into your creativity and get out your baking supplies and cookware for some appetizing delights. The 5 following recipes are easy makes and will make your holiday season truly fun,…
The search for new, exciting music is an endless life journey. Whether it be my personalized Release Radar on Spotify, recommendations from friends and family, or exploring new genres and artists, I’m always on the lookout for individual musical discoveries. As someone who listens to pretty much every genre, my catalogs of new music tend…
AUSTIN, TX — The Austin City Limits Music Festival 2025 wrapped after two high-energy weekends at Zilker Park, delivering star-powered performances, surprise guests, and one of the most musically diverse lineups the festival has hosted in years. Fans from around the world filled the park October 3–5 and 10–12 for the signature Austin celebration of music, culture, and…
By Martina Vásquez I have always wanted to write. Since I was a baby, I would grab any book from my parents’ library, open it in the middle, and start telling a story, never mind that the book itself was upside down, or that I hadn’t yet learned the art of reading. I would fill…
The United States is home to many historical landmarks that have been preserved and revered for their cultural ties to American history. Among these also exists historical sites that hold deep ties to Latino and Hispanic culture. The following is a list of 5 places to visit that have been deemed culturally significant by federal…
Cover Photo Credit: Robbie Joseph On November 3rd, 2023, singer Ally Brooke released her Christmas EP titled Under The Tree. Brooke is a San Antonio native and of Mexican-American descent. She had previously been a member of the girl group Fifth Harmony which disbanded in 2018. Weeks before the release, Brooke had been teasing the…
I first heard about Natalia Sylester while interning at Austin Bat Cave because she was the judge for a youth writing contest my manager led. Natalia was born in Lima, Peru, and has lived in Texas and Florida. She graduated from UMiami with a BA in Creative Writing. Her most recent novel, which features…
